Hyperthyroidism
What is Thyroiditis?
The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland found in the lower neck, just beneath Adam’s apple. The hormones this gland releases control the body’s growth and metabolism. They affect processes like heart rate, digestion and temperature. Thyroid hormones are also essential…
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…