Problem

Hyperthyroidism

Nature:

Hyperthyroidism occurs when the thyroid produces too much thyroid hormone. Thyroid hormone controls the metabolic rate and too much can produce symptoms of nervousness, heart palpitations, heat intolerance and rapid heart beat. The most common type of hyperthyroidism is Graves disease.

Subject(s):
Medicine Glandular system
Related UN Sustainable Development Goals:
GOAL 3: Good Health and Well-being
Problem Type:
G: Very specific problems
Date of last update
27.11.2020 – 07:57 CET