Graves’ Disease
What is Hyperthyroidism?
Hyperthyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland is overactive, or hyperactive, and causes an excess of thyroid hormone in the body. The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland in the lower part of the neck, below the voice box.…
What is Graves Disease (Toxic Diffuse Goiter)?
Graves disease (Toxic Diffuse Goiter) Graves disease, also known as Basedow’s disease or diffuse toxic goiter, is an autoimmune condition in which a person’s immune system mistakenly stimulates the thyroid gland to produce excess amounts of thyroid hormone, causing hyperthyroidism…