What is Hyperthyroidism? What are its Symptoms?

Hyperthyroidism is one of the two conditions of Thyroid. The thyroid gland is a small butterfly-shaped gland located at the front of your neck. If you would place your hands at your Adam apple then you could feel your thyroid gland. The thyroid gland produces tetraiodothyronine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). These two hormones control how your cells use up energy! Even a minute fault in the flow of these hormones can cause multiple health complications like thyroid pain, thyroid disease, metabolism problems. 

Hyperthyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland produces excess T4, T3 or both of them. Early diagnosis of thyroid symptoms and the treatment of the condition can prevent you from big health complications. 

What Causes Hyperthyroidism?

There is no one particular condition that causes thyroid problems. Multiple factors are involved in the excess production of T3 & T4. An autoimmune disorder is the most common cause of Hyperthyroidism symptoms. The autoimmune disease forces the antibodies in our body to secrete extra hormones. Thyroid problems occur in women more than men. Thyroid condition runs in the family so thyroid symptoms can be easily detected earlier if there has been a history of the same health complication in the family. Other causes of Hyperthyroidism include: 

  • Excess intake of iodine
  • Thyroiditis, a condition that causes the inflammation of thyroid glands. The over inflammation causes extra secretion of the hormones. 
  • Tumors of ovaries or testes
  • Huge amount of tetraiodothyronine taken through diet or supplementary foods.

All these reasons can cause thyroid symptoms, thyroid disease, Thyroid pain & Hyperthyroidism symptoms. 

How Can You Identify Hyperthyroidism Symptoms?

Excessive amounts of T4 & T3 hormones in the body can cause a high metabolic rate. This state of the human body is called the hypermetabolic state. In the hypermetabolic state, it is common to experience a rapid heart rate, Increased blood pressure and shaking hands. You can also develop a sweating condition (sweating too much) and a low tolerance for high temperatures. Hyperthyroidism symptoms can include frequent bowel movements, Weight loss, and irregular menstrual cycles in women. 

Other symptoms of a thyroid disease could include swelled up thyroid gland. The welling could be symmetrical or one-sided. Here are all the Hyperthyroidism Symptoms you may experience. 

  • Increased Hunger
  • Nervousness
  • Restlessness
  • Being unable to concentrate for long period of times
  • Weakness in body
  • Irregular heartbeat
  • Difficulty in speaking
  • Being unable to sleep 
  • Irregular heartbeats
  • Brittle Hairs
  • Itching
  • Extreme hair loss
  • Nausea & Constant Vomiting

If you experience these symptoms then you need immediate medical attention, you should contact your physician. There are a few more symptoms that indicate that you are in need of urgent medical attention. 

  • Dizziness
  • Shortness of breath and having trouble breathing
  • Losing consciousness

How do Doctors Diagnose Thyroid Problems?

If you face any of these symptoms then consult your doctor. Your first step in diagnosing your thyroid symptoms include physical examinations. These exams can clear out a few signs of Hyperthyroidism. 

  • Weight loss
  • Irregular heart rate
  • Protruding eyes
  • Swollen thyroid glands

Your health consultant may suggest a few more tests for the perfect diagnosis of your condition. Kindly cooperate if you have been asked to get these tests done. 

  • Cholesterol Test
  • T4, Free T4 & T3 test
  • Thyroid Stimulating Hormone level test
  • Thyroid scan and uptake
  • Ultrasound
  • CT or MRI scan 

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