Also known
as overactive thyroid.
Hyperthyroidism, also known
as overactive thyroid, occurs when the thyroid gland overproduces thyroid hormones, thus accelerating the body's natural functions.
That being said, I would recommend you discuss obtaining a Thyroid Hormone panel with your primary care physician and undergo a complete physical examination
as an overactive thyroid gland can also cause the symptoms you described.
Not exact matches
Hyperthyroidism (
overactive thyroid) is caused by an overstimulated
thyroid and shows up in symptoms such
as weight loss, insomnia, nervousness, inability to focus, digestion issues, and a goiter (lump in the throat near the
thyroid gland) is usually also present.
Uncontrolled hyperthyroidism (
overactive thyroid) can be dangerous to the mother and cause health problems such
as heart failure and poor weight gain in the fetus.
The antipode condition, hyperthyroidism — which results from an
overactive thyroid, is just
as dangerous.
Thyroid disorders include overactive thyroid, a condition known as hyperthyroidism which can make your metabolism speed up way too much and underactive thyroid, a condition known as hypothyroidism, which can slow metabolism down to a
Thyroid disorders include
overactive thyroid, a condition known as hyperthyroidism which can make your metabolism speed up way too much and underactive thyroid, a condition known as hypothyroidism, which can slow metabolism down to a
thyroid, a condition known
as hyperthyroidism which can make your metabolism speed up way too much and underactive
thyroid, a condition known as hypothyroidism, which can slow metabolism down to a
thyroid, a condition known
as hypothyroidism, which can slow metabolism down to a crawl.
Last week after my first post on the
thyroid, someone asked «what causes this condition
as there is no family history, I am average weight and fairly fit and eat healthily... what causes the
thyroid to suddenly go
overactive?»
An underactive
thyroid is known
as hypothyroidism, while an
overactive thyroid is known
as hyperthyroidism.
Also, do you know what causes this condition
as there is no family history, I am average weight and fairly fit and eat healthily... what causes the
thyroid to suddenly go
overactive?
Vitamin B1 is an example of a B vitamin that is commonly prescribed
as a supplement in the treatment of
overactive thyroid.
In my opinion, Thyromate is most effective for an underactive
thyroid — but I can see it helping those with an
overactive thyroid as well.
The causes of hyperthyroidism — an
overactive thyroid — in men are the same
as in women, and primarily include autoimmune Graves» disease and certain medications.
In the treatment of an
overactive thyroid, which most commonly results from the autoimmune condition known
as Graves» disease, it is critical to slow down the gland's excess production of
thyroid hormones, especially the hormones thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3).
Your
thyroid could also produce too much hormone sending your systems into overdrive, a condition known
as hyperthyroidism or
overactive thyroid.
When your
thyroid is acutely or chronically
overactive — a condition known
as hyperthyroidism — you are producing too much
thyroid hormone.
Since lack of appetite, and / or rapid weight loss can also occur with an
overactive thyroid, some women are even misdiagnosed
as having anorexia or bulimia, and put on antidepressants, and / or sent to eating disorder clinics for treatment.
Many people with
overactive thyroid ask if it is a good idea to take kelp or other natural sources of iodine
as they think taking iodine supplements may worsen their condition.
It is very interesting that Hashimoto's disease (the most common cause of underactive
thyroid)
as well
as Grave's disease (the most common cause of
overactive thyroid) are both an autoimmune conditions.
When people talk about having
thyroid problems, they're typically talking about «hyperthyroidism» (an
overactive thyroid) or «hypothyroidism» (an underactive
thyroid)-- the latter of which affects many women around the same time
as, or just after, menopause.
Signs the
thyroid is
overactive include anxiety, heart palpitations, muscle weakness, or digestive disturbances such
as diarrhea or occasional constipation.
A
thyroid imbalance can manifest itself
as either an underactive
thyroid or an
overactive thyroid.
Unfortunately,
overactive thyroid treatment — particularly more extreme forms of treatment, such
as surgery — may eventually lead one to develop an underactive
thyroid.
On the other hand, obesity may be an indicator of disease, such
as hypothyroidism (an underactive
thyroid gland) or Cushing's disease (
overactive adrenal glands).
Many health conditions have thirst
as a symptom ranging from fever to kidney disease,
overactive thyroid glands to cancer.
Factors that can contribute to the development of renal failure include
overactive thyroid glands, also known
as hyperthyroidism.
This simple blood test can help identify an
overactive thyroid gland
as the underlying cause of heart disease.
Diets with restricted iodine levels are now available
as a potential management method for cats with hyperthyroidism (an
overactive thyroid gland.)
However, an
overactive thyroid gland or hyperthyroidism
as well
as premature aging have been associated with feeding fish - flavored cat foods.
The most common hormonal disorder seen in cats today is an
overactive thyroid gland known
as hyperthyroidism.
Thyro - Cat administers radioactive iodine I - 131 therapy (which is also used for
overactive thyroids in humans) for feline hyperthyroidism in diagnosed cats
as easily and quickly
as a vaccine,
as it is injected just under the skin; and is entirely safe and effective for your cat.
There are several possible underlying causes for what you describe including constipation, parasites, stress, dietary changes, other health issues such
as kidney issues or even an
overactive thyroid gland.