What is Hyperthyroidism-Symptoms, diagnosis and Treatment.
Hyperthyroidism 1.Overview- Hyperthyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland produces excess amount of thyroid hormone-like- thyroxine, T3 and T4. This is called Overactive thyroid. The thyroid hormone regulates the metabolism if cell and thyroid hormone production is controlled by the brain and pituitary gland. This overactive thyroid increases your metabolism and increases the heart rate and produces the unpleasant symptoms. 2.Causes of Hyperthyroidism- There are many condition which causes Hyperthyroidism like- 1.Autoimmune diseases- Grave's Disease.- This is immune system disorder,Most common cause of hyperthyroidism. This is more common if female, after the age of 40yrs. It causes antibodies to produce excess thyroid hormone. This is a genetic disorder , runs in family. Exophthalmos ( prominent eyeball) is present in grave's disease. ...