Directory of Hyperthyroidism Resources

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When the thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormone, hyperthyroidism is the result. The most common cause of hyperthyroidism is Graves' Disease. Other causes include thyroiditis, multinodular goiter or a tumor in the pituitary gland, although this last is quite rare.

Subcategories

• Graves' Disease
• Thyroid Eye Disease

Resources in This Category

• Diagnose-Me: Condition: Hyperthyroidism

  http://www.diagnose-me.com/symptoms-of/hyperthyroidism.html
  Describes risk factors and diet suggestions. Also includes a glossary.

• eMedicine Health: Thyroid Storm

  http://www.emedicinehealth.com/thyroid_storm/article_em.htm
  Provides an overview, symptoms, and treatment for this medical condition, which is associated with very high levels of thyroid hormones.

• Endocrine Web: Hyperthyroidism

  http://www.endocrineweb.com/hyper1.html
  This introduction features common symptoms, signs, causes, diagnosis and treatment.

• Health World: Hyperthyroidism

  http://www.healthy.net/scr/article.asp?id=1799
  Brief article by David L. Hoffmann B.Sc. which includes natural remedies that may help to reduce symptoms.

• HealthCentral: Hyperthyroidism

  http://www.healthcentral.com/encyclopedia/adam/hyperthyroidism-4007851/
  Find out about tests and treatment, including tips on self-care and diet.

• MedicineNet: Hyperthyroidism

  http://www.medicinenet.com/hyperthyroidism/article.htm
  Articles discuss excess hormones, causes, regulation, medication and include doctor's responses.

• Molly b.'s Thyroid Pages

  http://thyroid.trishs.net/
  Personal experience with multinodular goiter, thyroid cyst, symptoms and treatment. Includes an FAQ and a poll.

• NHS Choices: Overactive Thyroid

  http://www.nhs.uk/conditions/Thyroid-over-active/
  Provides information on this condition. Includes a short video and details of symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and complications.

• The Merck Manual: Hyperthyroidism

  http://www.merck.com/mmpe/sec12/ch152/ch152e.html
  An in-depth summary of causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

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