Hyperthyroidism

Hyperthyroidism symptoms differ from person to person but most of the common symptoms include:

• Weight loss that is unintentional
• Fast or irregular heartbeat
• Increased blood pressure
• Anxiety, restlessness, or irritability
• Trembling hand 
• Intolerance for heat and excessive sweating
• Fatigue or muscle weakness
• Menstrual patterns changes 
• Elevated frequency of bowel movements
• Thyroid gland enlargement (goiter) 
• Excessive hair loss

There are different hyperthyroidism causes which are:

• Graves' Disease: An autoimmune disorder which involves producing antibodies wrongly leading to stimulating the thyroid gland for producing thyroid hormones. 
• Thyroid Nodules: It involves abnormal growths or lumps formed within the thyroid gland.
• Thyroiditis: IIt occurs because of viral infections, postpartum thyroiditis, or autoimmune thyroiditis like Hashimoto's thyroiditis. 
• Excessive Iodine Intake: It causes overproduction of thyroid hormones. 
• Certain Medications: It includes medications like amiodarone that is used for heart rhythm disorders or lithium- used for certain psychiatric conditions.

Hyperthyroidism diagnosis involves a combination of medical history, physical examination, and certain diagnostic tests. Here are some of the steps which are usually followed to diagnose hyperthyroidism:

• Medical history
• Physical examination: It includes looking for signs linked to hyperthyroidism like an enlarged thyroid gland (goiter), irregular heartbeat, tremors, and changes in eye appearance.
• Blood tests: There are other tests performed under it such as thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3), thyroid antibodies
• Radioactive iodine uptake (RAIU) scan
• Thyroid ultrasound
• Additional imaging: This test includes thyroid scan, and computed tomography (CT scan).

Hyperthyroidism, a condition characterized by the overproduction of thyroid hormones, can be treated using various methods. The treatment options for hyperthyroidism include:

• Antithyroid medications: Certain medications are recommended such as methimazole (Tapazole) and propylthiouracil (PTU) as it ensures inhibiting thyroid hormone production.
• Radioactive iodine therapy: This treatment is useful in destroying the thyroid cells which are overactive and reduces the production of thyroid hormones. 
• Beta-blockers medicines: Certain medications prescribed such as propranolol (Inderal), as it benefits in managing the symptoms linked to hyperthyroidism
• Thyroidectomy: When other treatment options are not working, then surgery options like thyroidectomy is recommended. Following the procedure, lifelong thyroid hormone replacement therapy might be needed. 
• Alternative treatments: There are other alternative treatment options that are recommended such as herbal remedies, acupuncture, or dietary changes. However, it should be followed only after the recommendation of a healthcare professional.

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