Hyperthyroidism
A condition in which the thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormone, speeding up metabolism and causing weight loss, rapid heartbeat, sweating, and nervousness.
Also known as: overactive thyroid, thyrotoxicosis, Graves disease.
Category: Endocrine & Metabolic
Drugs labeled for Hyperthyroidism
12 medication ingredients list an association with hyperthyroidism in current FDA labeling.
Symptoms associated with Hyperthyroidism
The following symptoms have been associated with Hyperthyroidism in medical literature. Not everyone experiences the same symptoms.
Anxiety
Intense feelings of nervousness, tension, or panic often arise in response to interpersonal stresses. There is...
Bulging Eyes
Protrusion of the eyes, most commonly associated with Graves disease and thyroid eye disease....
Diarrhea
Abnormally increased frequency (usually defined as three or more) loose or watery bowel movements a day....
Excessive Sweating
Sweating more than is needed to regulate body temperature, which can accompany fever, anxiety, hypoglycemia, o...
Goiter
An enlargement of the thyroid gland....
Heat intolerance
The inability to maintain a comfortable body temperature in warm or hot weather....
Insomnia
Persistent difficulty in starting or maintaining sleep, or waking up earlier than desired, despite having adeq...
Irritability
Easily annoyed or frustrated mood, which can be caused by stress, sleep problems, hormonal changes, or mood di...
Palpitations
A sensation that the heart is pounding or racing, which is a non-specific sign but may be a manifestation of a...
Tremor
An unintentional, oscillating to-and-fro muscle movement about a joint axis....
Weight loss
Reduction of total body weight....
Tests used to investigate Hyperthyroidism
Healthcare providers may order these tests when evaluating Hyperthyroidism. Test selection is a clinical decision made by a qualified professional.
Calcium
Measures calcium levels to evaluate bone, kidney, and parathyroid health....
Cbc, Cmp, Ua, Thyroid, & Lipid Health Tests
Our standard health test panel includes thyroid testing, a CBC, CMP, Urinalysis, & Lipid Panel. These lab test...
Free T3
Measures triiodothyronine, a thyroid hormone involved in metabolism....
Free T4
Measures the active form of thyroxine to help evaluate thyroid function....
Reverse T3 Test
The Reverse T3 (rT3) blood test is used to help determine if an individual has "nonthyroidal illness synd...
Thyroid Panel
Comprehensive thyroid testing including TSH, free T4, and free T3....
Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies (TPO)
Detects antibodies associated with autoimmune thyroid disease....
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH)
Screens for thyroid disorders such as hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism....
Thyroid Test Panel With Tsh
The best way to test thyroid function is to measure TSH, T3 uptake, T4 and T7. These tests help determine if y...
Thyroid Tests
Fast, easy and affordable thyroid health lab tests-- no insurance or a doctor's referral needed. Simply order ...
Total T4 Test
Our Total T4 (Thyroxine) Test is a blood test that helps assess how the thyroid is functioning. It helps diagn...
Tpo Test Thyroid Peroxidase Antibody
The TPO Antibodies test is used to help determine & differentiate between whether an individual has hypothyroi...
Triiodothyronine Hormone T3 Test
This blood test is used to evaluate free and bound T3 (triiodothyronine) in order to help determine abnormal t...
Tsh Blood Test - Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone Test
The thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) blood test is used to determine TSH levels, & evaluating thyroid functio...
Tsi Test - Thyroid Stimulating Blood Test
This blood test is used to evaluate TSI levels to determine if there is a deficiency & to help evaluate the th...
Conditions with overlapping symptoms
These conditions share symptoms with Hyperthyroidism, which is why a clinical evaluation is important.
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Autosomal dominant progressive external ophthalmoplegia
Autosomal dominant progressive external ophthalmoplegia is a medical condition that may be associated with var...
Graves Disease
An autoimmune condition causing hyperthyroidism, often with eye changes (bulging eyes) and goiter....
Houge-Janssens syndrome 4
Houge-Janssens syndrome 4 is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
Pediatric-onset Graves disease
Pediatric-onset Graves disease is a medical condition that may be associated with various symptoms and signs....
When to seek emergency care
Seek emergency care for thyroid storm: very high fever, extreme tachycardia, agitation, and confusion.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hyperthyroidism?
Hyperthyroidism is a health condition described in medical literature. A condition in which the thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormone, speeding up metabolism and causing weight loss, rapid heartbeat, sweating, and nervousness.
What are the symptoms of Hyperthyroidism?
Hyperthyroidism is associated with 11 symptoms in the medical literature we index, including Anxiety, Bulging Eyes, Diarrhea, Excessive Sweating, Goiter, Heat intolerance. Symptoms vary widely between individuals.
How is Hyperthyroidism diagnosed or investigated?
A healthcare provider may use a combination of medical history, physical examination, and tests. Common tests associated with Hyperthyroidism include Calcium, Cbc, Cmp, Ua, Thyroid, & Lipid Health Tests, Free T3, Free T4, Reverse T3 Test. This information is educational, not a diagnosis.
Is SymptomDatabase.com diagnosing me?
No. SymptomDatabase.com does not provide diagnosis. If you are concerned you may have Hyperthyroidism, please discuss your symptoms with a qualified healthcare provider.