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Hyperthyroidism
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Increase of thyroid hormones in the blood
Affects the entire body
Symptoms may include fast heart rate, anxiety, irritability and weakness
Cause most often due to other thyroid conditions but may also be due to medications and hereditary factors
Cannot be spread from person to person
Affects males and females but more common in females
Can occur at any age
May be mild without symptoms to severe and life threatening
Treatments
Avoid smoking and caffeine
Decrease your level of stress where possible. Don’t be afraid to ask for help
Increase your calcium intake
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