A medical disease known as hyperthyroidism is characterized by an overactive thyroid gland that produces an excessive amount of thyroid hormone. A key factor in controlling the body's many metabolic processes is the thyroid gland, which is found in the neck.
"Grave's disease is the primary cause of hyperthyroidism, an autoimmune condition. The thyroid gland generates more thyroid hormone during this condition, which regulates metabolism and also has an impact on heart rate and other organ functions.
Some of the typical signs to look out for include sudden weight loss, tachycardia (increased heart rate), irregular periods, anxiety, insomnia, and increased appetite.
CAUSES:
- - Thyroiditis which is inflammation of thyroid glands due to viral infections
- - Due to a particular medication
- - It can happen post pregnancy
Observe the base of the neck for any unusual development or edema. The symptoms of anxiety, palpitations, and hyperthyroidism are quite similar, making a false diagnosis possible in the absence of adequate testing, Dr Bindumathi P L, Sr. Consultant - Internal Medicine, Aster CMI Hospital, Bengaluru.
SOLUTIONS
A lot of people doubt if it is treatable. But hyperthyroidism is not only treatable but curable. Most patients do well with oral medications while others require surgery along with medication.
avoid the condition, one must
- 1-Avoid eating junk food
- 2-Eat healthy and balanced diet free from caffeine, meat, egg yolk, soya and diary products as well as fish, iodized food and supplements
- 3-Taking apple, oats, apricot, citric fruits, green tea, yogurt, Broccoli, skimmed milk and cabbage will help prevent the condition from arising
- 4-Regular exercises, yoga and eating probiotics as well as green vegetables will help
- 5-Regular follow ups with doctors will also help prevent
- 6-Avoid iodized salt intake; certain drugs like amiodarone, interferons, and monoclonal antibodies can induce hyperthyroidism.
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