Hyperthyroidism is characterized by an increase in the synthesis and secretion of thyroid hormones in the thyroid gland, and the most common cause of overproduction of thyroid hormones is Graves’ ...

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 ...

Background: The relationship between systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE) and thyroid diseases is still controversial. Due to confounders and reverse causation, previous studies were not convincing. We ...

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 ...

Hyperthyroidism is an endocrine (hormone) disorder in which your thyroid gland is overactive and produces too much thyroid hormone. This speeds up your bodily processes and can lead to debilitating ...