Symptoms of hyperthyroidism are mainly nervousness, irritability and increased sweating due to increased body metabolism, which is regulated by thyroid gland hormones.
In the beginning, this disease can be confused with nervousness and hyperactivity due to everyday stress, which delays the proper diagnosis. However, over time the body becomes exhausted, causing a feeling of constant wear and tiredness.
Thus, it is important to be aware of all the symptoms that the disease can cause, such as:
- Nervousness, anxiety, restlessness; Weight loss despite increased appetite; Excessive sweating; Irregular menstruation; Heart palpitations; Hand tremors: Difficulty sleeping and concentrating; Thin and brittle hair; Muscle weakness; Decreased libido; Nausea and increased number of bowel movements.
In addition, in cases where hyperthyroidism is caused by Graves' disease, changes such as protruding eyes and swelling in the lower throat can also occur. Learn how to identify and treat this disease here.
Causes
Hyperthyroidism is caused mainly due to Graves' disease, which causes an excessive production of thyroid hormones, called T3 and T4.
However, this problem can also be caused by the appearance of lumps or lumps in the thyroid, which also contribute to increased hormone production, or by inflammation in the thyroid, which is also known as thyroiditis. Here's how to identify thyroiditis.
Risk factors
Some factors increase the risk of having hyperthyroidism, such as being over 60 years of age, having been pregnant for less than 6 months, having previous thyroid problems or a family history of diseases in that gland, having pernicious anemia, consuming too much food or medication rich in iodine, such as Amiodarone, or having atrial fibrillation problems in the heart.
So in the presence of the symptoms of hyperthyroidism, especially when there is a risk factor for this disease, one should seek medical attention to identify the cause of the problem and initiate appropriate treatment. See how the treatment is done here.
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