Hyperthyroidism is a condition in which there is overproduction of
thyroid hormone by the thyroid gland, causing the levels of
thyroid hormone in the blood to be too high. People who have it
are often said to have an "overactive thyroid".
The thyroid gland is a small,
butterfly-shaped organ located in the neck below and in front of
the Adam's apple.
Thyroid hormone is a chemical
substance produced by the thyroid gland and released into the
bloodstream. It interacts with almost all body cells, causing
them to increase their metabolic activity.
This abnormally high level of
thyroid hormone typically speeds up the body's metabolism.
Metabolism is the chemical and physical processes that create the
substances and generate the energy needed for cell function,
growth, and division.
Symptoms of hyperthyroidism may include a rapid heartbeat, tremor
of the fingers and hands, weight loss, and the inability to
tolerate heat.
Hyperthyroidism And Pregnancy
About 1 in 500 women have hyperthyroidism during pregnancy. In
some, it is a preexisting condition; in others, the condition will
develop during the course of the pregnancy. It can be difficult to
diagnose because the pregnancy often "masks" it; that is, some of
the symptoms may be attributed to the pregnancy itself rather than
to hyperthyroidism.
Hyperthyroidism may affect a
woman's ability to become pregnant.
The most common cause of
hyperthyroidism in pregnancy is Graves' disease The most common
form of hyperthyroidism or high levels of circulating thyroid
hormone. Graves' disease is an autoimmune disorder of the
thyroid gland that causes excessive production and release of
thyroid hormone. Hyperthyroid eye and skin changes are sometimes
associated with this condition..
Symptoms generally will be
worse in the first half of the pregnancy, will lessen during the
second half, and most likely will recur after the baby is born.
You should continue with your
normal anti-thyroid medication during your pregnancy as
prescribed by your doctor.
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