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The symptoms of hyperthyroidism are mainly nervousness, irritability, weight loss and increased sweating and heartbeat, which is due to the increase in body metabolism that is regulated by the hormones produced by the thyroid and which, in the case of hyperthyroidism, are found excess circulating in the body.
In the beginning, this disease can be confused with nervousness and hyperactivity due to everyday stress, which delays the proper diagnosis. However, over time the body becomes exhausted, causing a feeling of constant wear and tear.
Thus, if any signs or symptoms are perceived that are indicative of hyperthyroidism, it is important that the person goes to the general practitioner or endocrinologist to make the diagnosis and start treatment, if necessary.
Signs and symptoms of hyperthyroidism
The signs and symptoms of hyperthyroidism arise due to the unregulated production of hormones by the thyroid, promoting changes in the metabolism that can be verified through:
- Nervousness, anxiety, restlessness;
- Weight loss despite increased appetite;
- Excessive sweat;
- Irregular menstruation;
- Heart palpitations;
- Hand tremors;
- Feeling of heat even in a cold environment;
- Difficulty sleeping and concentrating;
- Thin and brittle hair;
- Muscle weakness;
- Decreased libido;
- Nausea and increased number of bowel movements;
- Swelling of the legs and feet.
Hyperthyroidism can have several causes, however it is most often related to Graves' disease and, in these cases, symptoms such as protruding eyes and swelling in the lower throat, for example, can also be identified. Learn about other causes of hyperthyroidism and see how the diagnosis is made.
Risk factors
Some factors increase the risk of having hyperthyroidism, such as being over 60 years of age, having been pregnant for less than 6 months, having previous thyroid problems or a family history of diseases in that gland, having pernicious anemia, consuming too much food or medication rich in iodine, such as Amiodarone, or having atrial fibrillation problems in the heart.
So in the presence of the symptoms of hyperthyroidism, especially when there is a risk factor for this disease, one should seek the doctor to identify the cause of the problem and start the appropriate treatment, which is recommended by the doctor according to the symptoms presented and hormone levels in the blood. Understand how the treatment for hyperthyroidism is done.
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