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    Glossary Hyperthyroidism

    overactive thyroid gland produces excessive thyroid hormones

    Hyperthyroidism, also known as overactive thyroid, is a condition where the thyroid gland produces excessive amounts of thyroid hormones. This can lead to symptoms such as rapid heartbeat, weight loss, increased appetite, and anxiety. It can also affect hair health, potentially causing hair thinning or hair loss due to the accelerated metabolism and hormonal imbalances.

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      research Hyperthyroidism in Children

      35 citations , June 2015 in “Pediatrics in Review”
      This article discusses hyperthyroidism in children, highlighting Graves' disease as the most common cause, and underscores the importance of timely diagnosis and intervention to mitigate morbidity; no new clinical results are reported.

      research Pruritus as a symptom in hyperthyroidism

      15 citations , July 1968 in “JAMA”
      This letter describes a case where severe pruritus without visible skin disease was a presenting symptom of hyperthyroidism in a 43-year-old woman, highlighting a less common association with the condition.

      research Pruritus as a Symptom in Hyperthyroidism

      11 citations , July 1968 in “JAMA”
      This letter describes a case where a 43-year-old woman experienced severe itching as the presenting symptom of hyperthyroidism, alongside hair loss and other hyperthyroid features.

      research Skin Manifestations of Hypothyroidism-A Clinical Study

      6 citations , January 2013 in “IOSR Journal of Dental and Medical Sciences”
      This study identified xerosis and diffuse hair loss as the most common skin manifestations in patients with hypothyroidism, observed in 38.09% and 34.8% of participants, respectively.

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