Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) doesn’t usually cause weight gain, though it may cause other weight changes. Sometimes, treatment for hyperthyroidism can lead to weight gain. Hyperthyroidism ...

Hyperthyroidism, also known as overactive thyroid, is most commonly caused by Graves’ disease (an autoimmune disorder), thyroiditis (inflamed thyroid gland), or “toxic” thyroid nodules.

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 ...

Hyperthyroidism is when your thyroid-- the butterfly-shaped gland at the bottom of your neck, just above your collarbone -- makes too much thyroid hormone. Because your body relies on precise levels ...

Hyperthyroidism, or overactive thyroid gland, occurs when your thyroid produces too much of certain hormones. This can result in a multitude of symptoms, including fatigue and insomnia, unintentional ...

Thyroid disorders affect nearly a quarter of individuals ≥ 65 years, and their prevalence in this group is expected to rise as the population progressively ages and people live longer. These ...

This Journal feature begins with a case vignette that includes a therapeutic recommendation. A discussion of the clinical problem and the mechanism of benefit of this form of therapy follows. Major ...

Subclinical hyperthyroidism means that a person has low or undetectable levels of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) with normal levels of free thyroid hormones. It usually does not cause symptoms. The ...

MANILA, Philippines — After Chinese actor Jet Li’s alleged aged and weak photos circulated in the Internet these days sparked concern for the martial arts legend’s health, his manager, through a ...

Aubrey had few complaints until, with no history of trauma or clinical anxiety, she suddenly found herself experiencing full-blown panic attacks almost daily, complete with heart palpitations, ...