Hyperthyroidism
To be hyperthyroid, is to have an over-active thyroid gland. When the thyroid produces to much hormone, hyperthyroidism is the result.
Anxiety Symptoms in Hyperthyroidism  Hyperthyroidism causes a sped-up metabolism and can cause the patient to feel hyper, edgy, nervous and anxious. While people with any thyroid disorder have potential to experience anxiety, those with hyperthyroidism are especially vulnerable to chronic and severe anxiety symptoms. Hyperthyroid from Over-treated Hypothyroidism  Patients being treated for hypothyroidism can at times be over-treated on their thyroid hormone medication and will cause them to experience hyperthyroidism. This is also referred to as thyro-toxicity and this articles helps in recognizing this this treatment condition. Hyperthyroidism and Its Causes  Hyperthyroidism is a condition of excess thyroid hormone. When hormone levels are too high, the resulting sped up metabolism in the body, causes hyperthyroid symptoms. This article further describes this over-active thyroid condition and the causes of it. Hypothyroid & Hyperthyroid at the Same Time  Some patients with autoimmune hypothyroidism experience spells of hyperthyroidism (Hashitoxicosis). When this happens, their Doctor should test them for "TSI antibodies", which normally occur with Grave's Disease. If the antibodies are present, they may be a candidate for "block & replace" therapy. My Own Experience With Hashitoxicosis  Just before I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism caused by Hashimoto's autoimmune thyroiditis, I experienced a phase of hyperthyroidism. I lost about eight pounds in only a couple of weeks and had spells of sweating, anxiety etc... I now know I was experiencing mild to moderate Hashitoxicosis. Recognizing Graves' Disease - Hyperthyroidism  Approximately 3 million Americans have Gravesī Disease and that number is greatly increased worldwide. This article gives the basic signs and symptoms for recognizing this common cause of hyperthyroidism. Treatments for Graves' Disease - Hyperthyroidism  This article looks at the different treatments for hyperthyroidism caused by Gravesī Disease, including a co-morbid condition called Thyroid Eye disease. What is Hashitoxicosis?  This article gives a general overview of this condition (Hashitoxicosis) that occurs in some patients with autoimmune hypothyroidism and causes them intermittent symptoms of hyperthyroidism.
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