Graves' ophthalmopathy Eye complications associated with Graves' disease Graves' ophthalmopathyOpen pop-up dialog box About 30% of people with Graves' disease show some signs and symptoms of Graves' ophthalmopathy. In Graves' ophthalmopathy, inflammation and other immune system events affect muscles and other tissues around your eyes. Signs and symptoms may include: Bulging eyes Gritty sensation in the eyes Pressure or pain in the eyes Puffy or retracted eyelids Reddened or inflamed eyes Light sensitivity Double vision Vision loss