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   hyperthyroidism

   /ˌhʌɪpəˈθʌɪrɔɪdɪz(ə)m/

   noun

   • 1. overactivity of the thyroid gland, resulting in a rapid heartbeat and an increased rate of metabolism.

   Derivatives

   • 1. hyperthyroid adjective
   • 2. hyperthyroidic adjective

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2. www.mayoclinic.org › diseases-conditions › hyperthyroidismHyperthyroidism - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic

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   Nov 30, 2022 · Hyperthyroidism happens when the thyroid gland makes too much thyroid hormone. This condition also is called overactive thyroid. Hyperthyroidism speeds up the body's metabolism. That can cause many symptoms, such as weight loss, hand tremors, and rapid or irregular heartbeat.

3. my.clevelandclinic.org › health › diseasesHyperthyroidism: Symptoms, Causes, Treatment & Medication

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   Hyperthyroidism is a condition where your thyroid makes and releases too much thyroid hormone, speeding up your metabolism. Learn about the symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment options for hyperthyroidism from Cleveland Clinic.

4. www.niddk.nih.gov › endocrine-diseases › hyperthyroidismHyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid) - NIDDK

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   Hyperthyroidism, also called overactive thyroid, is when the thyroid gland makes more thyroid hormones than your body needs. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland in the front of your neck. Thyroid hormones control the way the body uses energy, so they affect nearly every organ in your body, even the way your heart beats.

5. www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov › books › NBK537053Hyperthyroidism - StatPearls - NCBI Bookshelf

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   Sep 14, 2020 · Hyperthyroidism is a common thyroid disorder with multiple underlying etiologies. This disease is characterized by excess thyroid hormone production. Hyperthyroidism can be overt or subclinical.

   • Author: Philip Mathew, Jasleen Kaur, Prashanth Rawla

   • Published: 2023/03/19

6. www.thyroid.org › hyperthyroidismHyperthyroidism | American Thyroid Association

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   Apr 21, 2021 · Hyperthyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormone, causing various symptoms such as weight loss, anxiety, and heart palpitations. Learn about the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of hyperthyroidism from the American Thyroid Association.

7. www.healthline.com › health › hyperthyroidismHyperthyroidism: Causes, Symptoms, Treatment, Diagnosis & More -...

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   Feb 9, 2023 · Hyperthyroidism is when your thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormone, speeding up your metabolism and causing various symptoms. Learn about the common causes, such as Graves’ disease and excess iodine, the complications, and how to diagnose and treat hyperthyroidism.

8. medlineplus.gov › hyperthyroidismHyperthyroidism | Graves' Disease | Overactive Thyroid |...

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   Mar 22, 2024 · Hyperthyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland makes too much thyroid hormone. It can cause problems with your heart, bones, muscles, menstrual cycle, and fertility. Learn about the causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment options for hyperthyroidism.