American Thyroid Association
This professional society offers patient-friendly information on hyperthyroidism.
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Prompt evaluation and treatment of this condition helps avoid risks to the heart and other organs
Hyperthyroidism results from overproduction of thyroid hormones by the body. These hormones, secreted by the thyroid gland in your neck, play a role in your metabolism, breathing, nervous system function and many other processes.
Fortunately, highly skilled endocrinologists at IU Health can treat hyperthyroidism and provide an excellent prognosis for you.
Many of your symptoms of hyperthyroidism relate to increased metabolic activity. They include:
In some cases, you have few, if any, symptoms (called subclinical hyperthyroidism). If you have subclinical hyperthyroidism, you may still have an increased risk of a type of irregular heartbeat called atrial fibrillation or, if you are a woman, decreased bone density.
Additionally, older people sometimes develop apathetic hyperthyroidism, where they don’t have many of the classic symptoms. In such cases, weight loss, irregular heart rhythm, depression and lethargy can signal it.
Hyperthyroidism affects more women than men. Causes of hyperthyroidism can include:
Many of your symptoms of hyperthyroidism relate to increased metabolic activity. They include:
In some cases, you have few, if any, symptoms (called subclinical hyperthyroidism). If you have subclinical hyperthyroidism, you may still have an increased risk of a type of irregular heartbeat called atrial fibrillation or, if you are a woman, decreased bone density.
Additionally, older people sometimes develop apathetic hyperthyroidism, where they don’t have many of the classic symptoms. In such cases, weight loss, irregular heart rhythm, depression and lethargy can signal it.
Hyperthyroidism affects more women than men. Causes of hyperthyroidism can include:
Your IU Health physicians will recommend prompt and thorough evaluation and treatment of hyperthyroidism because of the risks it poses for the heart and other organs. If the condition causes you to have an irregular heart rhythm (atrial fibrillation), your chance of having a stroke increases.
Fortunately, with proper treatment, you can generally control or cure hyperthyroidism. Your team will first identify the reason for your overactive thyroid, drawing on their extensive experience as well as advanced diagnostic technology.
They will then recommend treatment based on factors such as the severity and prognosis of your case as well as your age and general health. Your team will consist of other physicians, such as surgeons and other specialists whenever necessary to deliver comprehensive care. Their partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine ensures that you have access to the latest innovations in diagnosis and treatment.
In treating hyperthyroidism, your physicians will want to return your hormone levels to normal, although certain mild cases might only need observation. Treatment options for hyperthyroidism include:
Your IU Health physicians will recommend prompt and thorough evaluation and treatment of hyperthyroidism because of the risks it poses for the heart and other organs. If the condition causes you to have an irregular heart rhythm (atrial fibrillation), your chance of having a stroke increases.
Fortunately, with proper treatment, you can generally control or cure hyperthyroidism. Your team will first identify the reason for your overactive thyroid, drawing on their extensive experience as well as advanced diagnostic technology.
They will then recommend treatment based on factors such as the severity and prognosis of your case as well as your age and general health. Your team will consist of other physicians, such as surgeons and other specialists whenever necessary to deliver comprehensive care. Their partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine ensures that you have access to the latest innovations in diagnosis and treatment.
In treating hyperthyroidism, your physicians will want to return your hormone levels to normal, although certain mild cases might only need observation. Treatment options for hyperthyroidism include:
This professional society offers patient-friendly information on hyperthyroidism.
This U.S. government agency provides an overview of hyperthyroidism, including its diagnosis and treatment.
This professional society offers patient-friendly information on hyperthyroidism.
This U.S. government agency provides an overview of hyperthyroidism, including its diagnosis and treatment.