HYPERTHYROIDISM
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Hyperthyroidism
This is a condition in which the thyroid gland becomes overactive, leading to production of excess of thyroxin hormone.
Common Symptoms
Excessive agitation
Unexplained weight loss
Rapid heart beeat
Increase in bowel movement
Irregular menstrual periods
Irritability
Anxiety
Mood swings
Protruding eyeballs
Muscular weakness
Insomnia
Thin, brittle hair
When treatment is necessary
Medications can ease the symptoms of hyperthyroidism, such as accelerated hear beat, muscle tremors, and anxiety. Other treatment involves the destruction of thyroid cells so that the gland produces less hormones. And sometimes the thyroid may have to be surgically removed.
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