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Endocrine system disease. Hyperthyroidism leticia pelagio

Endocrine system disease. Hyperthyroidism leticia pelagio. Hyperthyroidism- is the result of a over active thyroid . It happens when immune system produces antibodies that attack the thyroid , make it produce too much thyroid and creates a hormone imbalance

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Endocrine system disease. Hyperthyroidism leticia pelagio

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  1. Endocrine system disease.Hyperthyroidismleticia pelagio

  2. Hyperthyroidism- is the result of a over active thyroid. • It happens when immune system produces antibodies that attack the thyroid , make it produce too much thyroid and creates a hormone imbalance • Happens more commonly with women but men can develop it also.

  3. Some symptoms are: • Muscle weakness • Trembling hands • Rapid heartbeat • Fatigue • Weight loss • Diarrhea or frequent bowel movements • Irritability and anxiety • Vision problems (irritated eyes or difficulty seeing) • Menstrual irregularities • Intolerance to heat and increased sweating • Infertility

  4. You can treat it with: • Ant thyroid Drugs • Beta-blockers • Radioactive iodine • Surgery

  5. Hyperthyroidism is curable with surgery

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