Overview
Hyperthyroidism Symptoms Include:
- Rapid heartbeat or palpitations
- Weight loss or difficulty gaining weight
- Heat intolerance
- Excessive sweating
- Tremors or nervousness
- Increased appetite
- Diarrhea or frequent bowel movements
- Muscle weakness or fatigue
- Changes in menstrual patterns
Hyperthyroidism Causes
The most common cause of hyperthyroidism is an autoimmune disorder called Graves’ disease, in which the immune system produces antibodies that stimulate the thyroid gland. Other causes may include:
- Thyroid nodules
- Thyroid inflammation
- Excess iodine intake
- Certain medications.
Hyperthyroidism Treatment in Dubai
The primary treatment for hyperthyroidism is to reduce the production of thyroid hormone. Treatment options may include:
- Medications, such as beta blockers, to relieve symptoms of rapid heartbeat, tremors, and nervousness
- Antithyroid medications, which block the production of thyroid hormones
- Radioactive iodine therapy, which uses a radioactive iodine pill to destroy thyroid cells, thereby reducing the production of thyroid hormone. This treatment may lead to hypothyroidism and lifelong hormone replacement therapy.
- Surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid gland. This may be necessary if other treatments are not effective or if there is a risk of thyroid cancer.
- Eating a healthy diet
- Regular exercise
- Reducing stress
Regular monitoring of hormone levels will be needed to adjust treatment as required.
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