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Hyperthyroidism Overview
Overactive thyroid makes too much thyroid hormone
Hyperthyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland is overactive and makes excessive amounts of thyroid hormone. Learn about the symptoms, causes, and treatment options for hyperthyroidism.
5 Foods that May Help Ease Hyperthyroidism Symptoms
Although a healthy diet can’t cure or prevent hyperthyroidism, eating healthy foods may help ease hyperthyroidism symptoms. But what foods should you eat? This slideshow shows you 5 foods to eat for hyperthyroidism.
Hyperthyroidism Symptoms
Signs and symptoms caused by excessive amounts of thyroid hormones
The symptoms of hyperthyroidism include weight changes, heart palpitations, and nervousness. Learn what other symptoms are caused by excessive amounts of thyroid hormones in your body.
Treatments for Hyperthyroidism
Your Treatment Plan Depends on a Variety of Factors
There are a number of hyperthyroidism treatments available. This article offers brief explanations on the most common treatments: anti-thyroid medications, radioactive iodine, and surgery. Beta blockers, lesser-used medications, are also described.
Surgery for Hyperthyroidism
Are You a Candidate for a Thyroidectomy?
Surgery is a hyperthyroidism treatment option, but it’s not as commonly used as antithyroid medications or radioactive iodine. Thyroid surgery is known as a thyroidectomy. A thyroidectomy involves the partial or total removal of the thyroid gland.
Antithyroid Medications for Hyperthyroidism
Halting Thyroid Hormone Production
Learn more about antithyroid medications, a common treatment for hyperthyroidism, in this article. They prevent the thyroid from producing excess amounts of hormone.
Hyperthyroidism Complications
What Can Happen If Hyperthyroidism Goes Untreated
Uncontrolled hyperthyroidism can lead to serious complications, especially for your heart. If you don’t treat hyperthyroidism, you run the risk of developing heart arrhythmia and other cardiovascular problems. You may also develop osteoporosis.
Radioactive Iodine for Hyperthyroidism
The Most Common Hyperthyroid Treatment in the US
Radioactive iodine treats hyperthyroidism by gradually shrinking the thyroid—ultimately destroying the gland.
Diagnosing Hyperthyroidism: Overactivity of the Thyroid Gland
Part 3: Making the diagnosis of hyperthyroidism
Hyperthyroid tests and thyroid x-rays to diagnose hyperthyroidism. Part of the largest thyroid site on the internet, written by experts for patients. Easy to understand with patient x-rays and illustrations.
Hyperthyroidism: Overactivity of the Thyroid Gland
Part 4: Treatment Options for Hyperthyroidism
Complete description of treatments for hyperthyroidism written by a panel of experts for patients. Illustrations and patient x-rays help make it easy to understand. Part of the largest throid site on the Web, 100+ pages and illustrations.
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