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Hyperthyroidism, causes, symptoms and treatment.

                                                                                              ➡️ definition.

    Hyperthyroidism is  a medical condition characterized by Overactivity of thyroid gland that lead to excessive production of thyroid hormone (especially T3(triiodothyronine) and T4(thyroxine) hormone of thyroid gland.

➡️ causes of hyperthyroidism.

   1. Inflammation of thyroid gland.

   2. Over consumption of iodine supplement.

3. A family history of thyroid.

4. Pituitary malfunction.

5. Certain medication.

6. Auto immune disorder (goitre)

➡️ symptoms or clinical manifestation.

1. Insomnia ( inability to sleep)

2. Weight loss due to increase metabolism

3. Palpitations of heart.

4. High blood pressure.

5. Nervousness.

6. Frequent bowel movement ( diarrhea)

7. Sweating.

➡️ diagnosis of hyperthyroidism.

1. Physical examination ( check sign and symptoms)

2. History collection.

3. Blood test (T3-T4)

➡️ treatment of hyperthyroidism.

1. Antithyroid medication: there medication such as methimazole Or propylthiouracil . it’s help to reduce the production of thyroid hormones and can help normalize thyroid hormone. Make sure this medication we use according to doctors prescribed.

2. Surgery (Thyroidectomy) : remove a part of thyroid gland.

3. Natural thyroid treatment :

1. Balanced diet can support thyroid health.

2. Stress management technique.

3. Reduce consumption of salts

4. Maintain regular sleep pattern.