DISORDERS
HYPERTHYROIDISM
An over reactive thyroid gland produces hyperthyroidism.
SYMPTOMS:
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Increased apetite.
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Weight Loss
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Increased Heart Rate
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Increased Blood Pressure
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Protruding Eyes
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Swelling in the neck
There are two forms of hyperthyroidism- hyper functioning nodular goiter, and the Graves disease.
GRAVE DISEASE
Grave’s disease is characterized by rapid metabolism, weight loss, nervousness and insomnia. In some instances, the eyes may bulge out noticeably, a condition
HYPOTHYROIDISM
Hypothyroidism results from auto immune process destructive to thyroid
SYMPTOMS
- Slow metabolic rate
- Adults are usually sluggish and overweight
- Low blood Pressure
- Enlargement of Thyroid called simple goiter.