Hyperthyroidism .. Pay attention to these warning signs!
Dr. Nerusa Kumaran spoke to the British newspaper "Express" about the warning signs of hyperthyroidism, the health complications that result from it, and the dietary modifications required to overcome them.
The doctor said that hyperthyroidism in the neck produces a lot of hormones that can lead to heart palpitations, unintentional weight loss, diarrhea, muscle weakness, insomnia, heat intolerance, excessive sweating and itchy skin, and in some cases it can lead to fatigue, increase appetite and feel thirsty. And frequent urination.
And the doctor warned that hyperthyroidism can have many consequences, as the thyroid gland affects every system in the body, and hyperthyroidism, if left untreated, can lead to heart complications, such as tachycardia and atrial fibrillation.
She explained that it is also possible to develop skin changes called "thyroid dermatopathy", changes in the nails, and hyperthyroidism can also occur, changes in the appearance of the eyes and eyelids, and exophthalmos (eye protrusion from the socket).
She added that in some cases, patients with hyperthyroidism developed alopecia (hair loss) or vitiligo (where the skin loses pigment cells, which leads to discoloration of skin patches).
And the NHS says three in four people with hyperthyroidism are likely to have Graves' disease.
Graves' disease is an autoimmune condition in which the immune system mistakenly attacks and damages the thyroid gland. Graves' disease is one way in which an overactive thyroid gland can develop, and the disease may develop in people over the age of 60 or those who take certain medications. Which contains a large proportion of iodine, and notes that hyperthyroidism caused by a drug usually improves once you stop taking this drug.
Although it may take several months for thyroid hormone levels to return to normal, it is necessary to start the treatment phase quickly, which may reach surgery if the doctor decides to do so, and Dr. Kumaran advises avoiding excess salt, refined sugars, processed foods and red meat. And saturated fats as a general dietary guide for those who suffer from hyperthyroidism or for those wishing to prevent it, with an emphasis on a healthy diet.
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