Detecting hyperthyroidism early!

What is hyperthyroidism?

• Accelerates the body's metabolism
• Caused when the thyroid gland produces excessive thyroid hormones
• Referred to as an overactive thyroid

Major causes may include

Thyroiditis
-Inflammation of the thyroid gland
Thyroid nodules
-Abnormal growths in the thyroid gland
Grave's disease
-Autoimmune disorder that attacks the thyroid gland

Hyperthyroidism symptoms may include

• Unexplained weight loss
• Rapid or irregular heartbeat
• Increased appetite
• Sweating
• Tremors in the hands or fingers
• Nervousness, anxiety, or irritability

How to diagnose?

	Hyperthyroidism
TSH levels	Low
Free T4 levels	High
Free T3 levels	High
Total T3 & T4 levels	High

Thyroid antibody test
Diagnoses hyperthyroidism due to autoimmune thyroid diseases