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...the condition
“...The primary cause is atherosclerosis, although platelet aggregation, coronary artery spasm, myocardial ischemia, non-vascular mechanisms such as hypoglycemia, and increased metabolic need (as in hyperthyroidism) can also be important considerations...”
...as a treatment
“...In general, this testing is recommended for women 65 and older along with younger postmenopausal women who have further risk factors for osteoporosis, including ... Hyperthyroidism...”
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...the condition
“...Thyroid function is often normal, but hypothyroidism may develop, and rarely, hyperthyroidism. Often, autoantibodies (antibodies your body makes against itself) are present...”
...the condition
“...Other people may have sweating as a symptom of known medical conditions, such as ... an overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism)...”
...the condition
“...Common causes of hair loss or hair thinning in women ... hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism...”
...the condition
“...Rarely, generalized muscle weakness may be caused by another health problem, such as ... Hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism...”
...the condition
“...Elevated SHBG may be encountered in hyperthyroidism and hepatic cirrhosis...”
...the condition
“... – This occurs when the gonads (testes or ovaries) produce little or no sex hormones, for example when a physical issue in the brain or the testicles stops testosterone production; Hypothyroidism; Hyperthyroidism; Thyroiditis – An inflammation (not infection) of the thyroid gland can directly influence the amount of hormones secreted, resulting in hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism; Cushing...”
...the condition
“...(e.g. chronic glomerulonephritis or pyelonephritis, polycystic renal disease, collagen disease of the kidney, obstructive uropathy) or pheochromocytoma, Cushing's syndrome, primary aldosteronism, hyperthyroidism, myxedema, coarctation of the aorta, or renovascular disease...”
...the condition
“Alternative names: Overactive Thyroid, Thyrotoxicosis Hyperthyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormone...”
...our question about
Hyperthyroidism
“Underlying hyperthyroidism often returns after antithyroid drugs are discontinued...”
...relationship to
Iodine Requirement
“Hyperthyroidism may occur, particularly in elderly people, due to long term slight iodine deficiency as this may result in additional nodules on the thyroid.”
...relationship to
Copper Deficiency
“Although supportive data is limited, a report from a study group of hyperthyroid women suggests that copper status should at least be investigated in women with hyperthyroidism...”
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Autoimmune Tendency
“The leading cause of hyperthyroidism is Graves' disease, which is an autoimmune disorder.”
...relationship to
Osteoporosis - Osteopenia
“Untreated hyperthyroidism accelerates bone resorption, reduces bone density, and over time increases the risk of osteoporosis.”
...recommendation
Dairy Products Avoidance
“One doctor reports that taking calcium without magnesium is one of the worst things you can do if you have hyperthyroidism because this increases any magnesium deficiency and increases the heart rate and likelihood of arrhythmia...”
...recommendation
Selenium
“...selenium without iodine will result in a decrease in production of Thyroxine (T4), although there may be an initial transient increase in T4 to T3 conversion and hence higher T3 and seemingly worse hyperthyroidism.”
...recommendation
Iodine
“...Because of the possibility of causing a 'thyroid storm' (an acute hyperthyroid state), this therapy should only be attempted under close supervision by a doctor experienced in its use: Excessive iodine ingestion can cause either hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism and...”
...the condition
“...Another common cause of hypothyroidism is the treatments used for hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), namely radioactive iodine or anti-thyroid medications...”
...our question about
Hypothyroidism in family members
“...If you have a history of either hypothyroidism, or paradoxically, hyperthyroidism in your family, it increases the chance that you may someday develop the condition...”
...recommendation
Selenium
“...interactions of selenium and iodine to consider when dealing with thyroid abnormalities ... If iodine intake is high and selenium is low, the thyroid may over-produce thyroid hormone (Grave's hyperthyroidism), the thyroid can be damaged from oxidation and hypothyroidism may result (Hashimoto's thyroiditis)...”
...recommendation
Iodine
“...Excessive iodine ingestion can cause either hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism and should be avoided.”
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...the condition
“...(and some of the drugs that treat them) can cause insomnia, including allergies, arthritis, heart disease, hypertension, asthma, arthritic conditions, Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, hyperthyroidism, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)...”
...the condition
“...causes include viral infections of the liver, some inherited disorders such as Gilbert's syndrome, alcohol-induced fatty deposits, the use of anabolic steroids/estrogens/oral contraceptives and hyperthyroidism. Bile flow can be restricted also by extrahepatic means such as gallstones, pregnancy, or other physical causes such as tumors...”
...our question about
Bulging eyes
“Marked proptosis (bug eyes), or eye changes typical of hyperthyroidism have been associated with mercury toxicity.”
...the condition
“...It can be caused by a hormonal imbalance (hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism); pregnancy disorder; cervical lesions; medications (birth control pills, corticosteroids, hypothalamic depressants, anticholinergics, anticoagulants); uterine...”
...the condition
“...Chemotherapy (leaches the body of estrogen, which brings on menopause); HIV, AIDS, tuberculosis, Hodgkin's Lymphoma and other fever-producing / immuno-suppressing disorders diseases; Diabetes; Hyperthyroidism; Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA)...”
...the condition
“...Hyperthyroidism, eating disorders and excessive physical activity must also be considered.”
...the condition
“...Certain abnormalities of a person's metabolism or hormones may also be responsible for the development of dementia, including the following ... Hyperthyroidism, which means the thyroid gland is overactive...”
...the condition
“...Selye identified 'diseases of adaptation' which include, amongst others, hypertension, cardiovascular disease, kidney disease, peptic ulcer, hyperthyroidism and asthma...”
...as a treatment
“...Conditions with high SHBG include pregnancy, hyperthyroidism, liver disease, anorexia, and estrogen use...”
...as a treatment
“...Because SHBG is known to be decreased in cases of hypothyroidism, obesity and acromegaly, and increased in hyperthyroidism and estrogen therapy, it is necessary to measure the free biologically-active testosterone in these conditions, when total testosterone can be misleading...”
...as a treatment
“...If one suspects hyperthyroidism, one should get the TSH level to document this abnormal state, since taking excess or not-needed thyroid hormones could cause osteoporosis...”
...related topic
“A rare and potentially fatal complication of hyperthyroidism that can cause heart failure, heart attack, or multiorgan failure...”
...the condition
“...Other causes can include ... Hyperthyroidism...”
...relationship to
Hypothyroidism
“...The optimal range for TSH appears to be 1-2 mIU/l with values below 0.5 suggesting hyperthyroidism and values above 5 suggesting hypothyroidism.”
...the condition
“...In rare cases, a deficiency can occur in the presence of hyperthyroidism, diabetes mellitus, cirrhosis, pregnancy or lactation...”
...the condition
“...Pregnancy, breastfeeding, gastrointestinal diseases, and hyperthyroidism increase the need for vitamin C...”
...the condition
“...Even though most people with vitiligo are in good general health, they are at greater risk of ... Hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism...”