Hypothyroidism can also occur in children. These cases are either congenital (present at birth) or acquired. Jaundice, poor feeding, and lethargy may be indicators of congenital hypothyroidism in newborns. Hashimoto's disease is the most common cause of acquired hypothyroidism in kids. Thyroid Diseas...
Hyperthyroidism is a medical condition that results from an excess of thyroid hormone in the blood. Thyroid hormones control most metabolic processes in the body. In cases of hyperthyroidism, these processes are often sped up, causing symptoms of hyperthyroidism, which will be discussed later in thi...
Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) is a condition involving an overproduction of thyroid hormones. Learn about causes, symptoms, and tests for hyperthyroidism. Treatments include medication, radioactive iodine, and thyroidectomy (surgery to remove the
Doctors don't recommend these for people with high blood pressure, heart disease, glaucoma, or hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). Decongestants can come as nose sprays, eye drops, liquids, and pills. You should use nose spray and eye drop decongestants for only a few days at a time ...
antihistamines for allergies. They work by shrinking your swollen nasal tissues and blood vessels. This temporarily relieves symptoms such as congestion, runny nose, and redness. Doctors don't recommend these for people with high blood pressure, heart disease, glaucoma, orhyperthyroidism(overactive ...
People with high-functioning anxiety experience anxiety while still managing the tasks of daily life. But there's more going on behind the scenes. Elaine K. HowleySept. 19, 2023 Create an Account Create a free account to save articles, sign up for newsletters and more. ...
Certain medications and therapies, e.g. some types of painkillers, antibiotics, drugs forhyperthyroidism17and cancer treatments18 Periods where the body needs more energy than usual, such as puberty andpregnancy Diagnosis of anemia take the person’s medical history and perform a physical examination...
Hyperthyroidism NA NA 1–4 6 (<0·1%) 0 0 Hypertonia NA NA 1–4 14 (0·1%) 0 0 Other 59 (4·1%) 170 (4·4%) 200 (3·3%) 894 (4·9%) 12 (0·3%) 593 (5·5%) Time since positive COVID-19 test, months <1 81 (5·6%) NA 348 (5·8%) NA 200 (5·7%) NA 1–...
The side effects of stimulant-based drugs include headache, insomnia, decreased appetite, rapid heart rate, abdominal pain, anxiety, and growth suppression (with long-term use).162,163Stimulants should not be used by people with high blood pressure, heart or vascular disease, hyperthyroidism, glau...
The small, butterfly-shaped gland in the neck can be responsible for all manner of bodily issues – and while it does affect men too, women are far more likely to experience hyperthyroidism (an overactive thyroid) or hypothyroidism (an underactive thyroid). One way that an overactive thyroid...