Hyperthyroidism involves the thyroid gland producing too much of the thyroid hormones. This overproduction can have different effects in females and males. A female with hyperthyroidism may have ...

Thyroid disorders can be confusing, especially when it comes to hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. People mix up these two ...

In this study, researchers assessed the effects of hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism on incident breast cancer in women from the Sister Study.

The thyroid, a small gland located at the base of the neck, is in charge of numerous body functions. The hormones it secretes help maintain body temperature and your heart rate, as well as brain and ...

In rare cases, hyperthyroidism may lead to congestive heart failure. This is because, in people with hyperthyroidism, the thyroid gland overproduces thyroid hormones, which can affect how the heart ...

High levels of thyroid antibodies indicate an autoimmune condition affecting the thyroid gland. Thyroid peroxidase antibodies (TPOAbs) and thyrotropin receptor antibodies (TRAbs) may signal autoimmune ...

If your mysterious weight loss, sudden intolerance to heat, and noticeably irregular period has you scouring the internet for the reasons why, you’ve probably wondered if your symptoms are the result ...

Hyperthyroidism is a condition in which your thyroid gland is overactive, producing more hormones than your body needs. Both high and low thyroid hormone levels can cause exercise intolerance. Your ...

After her divorce, when Sarah Cunningham, then 36, was navigating her new life as a single mom to a young daughter, she came to accept feeling anxious all the time. “Constant pressure in my chest, ...

This Journal feature begins with a case vignette highlighting a common clinical problem. Evidence supporting various strategies is then presented, followed by a review of formal guidelines, when they ...

Thyroid disease is a global health problem that can substantially impact well-being, particularly in pregnancy and childhood. In advanced economies, the prevalence of undiagnosed thyroid disease is ...