4. Puffy Eyes
Patients who are dealing with the onset of bulging eye disorder may find that they wake up in the morning experiencing the beginning of puffy eyes. This condition occurs due to fluid buildup in the tissues around the eyelids. In most cases, this inflammation occurs due to the patient rubbing their eyes frequently throughout the day, or unconsciously while they sleep.
As the irritation persists, and the symptoms of dry eyes worsen, the patient may continue to rub their eyes throughout the day, leading to fluid accumulating below the skin of the eyelids. As a result, the patient may find that their experience not only bulging eyes but the development of thick and puffy eyelids as well.
Your doctor may recommend an over-the-counter anti-inflammatory medication to assist with relieving the inflammation of the eyelid. Puffy eyes may also make it hard for you to close your eyelids, exacerbating the effects of dry eye syndrome.