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Inability to Close the Eyes in Graves Disease
Eyelid Lag in Graves Disease
Inability to Close the Eyes in Graves Disease

In Graves disease, the eyelids may not close completely due to bulging of the eyes, exposing the eyes to injury from foreign particles and dryness.

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