Eyes - bulgingDefinition: Bulging eyes is the abnormal
protrusion (bulging out) of one or both eyeballs. Protruding
eyes; Exophthalmos; Proptosis; Bulging eyes Prominent eyes may
be a family trait. But prominent eyes are not the same as
bulging eyes. Bulging eyes should be checked by a doctor right
away. Bulging of one eye, especially in a child, is a very
serious sign. It should be checked immediately. Hyperthyroidism
(particularly Graves disease ) is the most common cause of
bulging eyes. With this condition, the eyes do not blink often
and seem to have a staring quality. Normally, there should be no
visible white between the top of the iris (the colored part of
the eye) and the upper eyelid. Seeing white in this area usually
is a sign that the eye is bulging. Because eye changes develop
slowly, family members may not notice it until the condition is
relatively advanced. Photos often draw attention to the bulging
when it may have gone unnoticed before. The cause needs to be
treated by a health care provider