14. Hyperthyroidism
When your thyroid gland produces too many thyroid hormones, you have hyperthyroidism. Hyperthyroidism can be caused by a number of medical diseases, the most prevalent of which is Graves’ disease. The thyroid gland is a little butterfly-shaped gland in the front of your neck. It generates thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3), two major hormones that regulate how your cells use energy. The thyroid gland regulates your metabolism by releasing these substances. When your thyroid produces too much T3, T4, or both, it causes your body’s systems to speed up, producing discomfort. Hyperthyroidism symptoms can be relieved and consequences avoided if diagnosed and treated early. Hyperthyroidism can be caused by a number of causes. Graves’ disease is the most prevalent cause of hyperthyroidism. It is an autoimmune condition. Graves’ disease occurs when your immune system attacks your thyroid gland with antibodies, causing an overproduction of hormones. Graves’ illness affects women more frequently than men. According to a 2011 research summary, genetics have a big part in determining whether someone would develop Graves’, but environmental variables also play a role. Graves’ illness is caused by minor mutations in numerous genes, according to research conducted on families and twins. Inform your doctor if any of your relatives have been diagnosed with hyperthyroidism so that your risk factors can be accurately assessed.
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