Symptoms can include:
- Nervousness or irritability
- Feeling tired
- Rapid heart rate
- Muscle weakness
- Unintended weight loss
- Trouble sleeping
- Goiter, enlarged thyroid gland
- Thinning bones
- Pregnancy complications
Who is at risk:
- Women
- Those older than 60
- Having previous thyroid surgery
- Family history
- Those with a history of autoimmune disease
Diagnosis:
- Based on medical history and physical examination
- Lab tests such as TSH, T3, T4, thyroid antibody testing
- Imaging test such as ultrasound or radioactive iodine testing
Treatment:
- Medications
- Radioiodine therapy
- Surgery
Hyperthyroidism is a serious health issue that can lead to other health problems. If experiencing these symptoms you need to speak with your primary care clinician right away!
