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An overactive thyroid, also known as hyperthyroidism, is where the thyroid gland produces too much of the thyroid hormones.
Articles for Overactive Thyroid
Causes
Find out about the main causes of an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), such as a condition called Graves' disease.
Complications
Find out about the complications that can occur as a result of an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), including eye problems and pregnancy problems.
Diagnosis
Find out about the main tests used to diagnose an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), including a thyroid function blood test.
Introduction
Find out about an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), including what the symptoms are, why it happens and how it's treated.
Symptoms
Find out about the main symptoms of an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism) and when to get medical advice.
Treatment
Find out about the main treatments for an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism), including medication and surgery.
