If you have been diagnosed as having hyperthyroidism, or suspect that you suffer from this condition, you probably have a number of questions. The following questions are all answered in the online FAQ.
- What is hyperthyroidism?
- Is it contagious?
- What causes hyperthyroidism?
- I thought that hyperthyroidism and Graves' Disease were the same?
- What's the difference netween Graves' Disease And "diffuse toxic goiter"?
- I've heard Graves' Disease described as an autoimmune disorder. What does that mean?
- How common is an autoimmune problem that results in some form of hyperthyroidism?
- Just what causes this problem in the immune system to occur?
- How does the environment make the immune system go wrong?
- How can I recognize Graves' Disease?
- How does Graves' Disease affect the eyes?
- How does Graves' Disease affect the skin?
- What else do I need to know about Graves' Disease?
- How can a doctor diagnosis one of the variations of hyperthyroidism?
- What about some of the other causes of hyperthyroidism, such as toxic nodules or goiters?
- Can excessive thyroid medication given to hypothyroid sufferers cause hyperthyroidism?
- What about iodine as a cause of hyperthyroidism?
- What is thyroiditis and how is it a cause of hyperthyroidism?
- If I ignore my hyperthyroidism, will it go away?
- What is the initial treatment for Graves' Disease?
- How successful is this drug treatment of Graves' Disease?
- Are there any side effects to antithyroid drugs?
- If the drugs don't work, what is the next treatment option?
- What happens to this radiation in my body?
- Why do medical personnel run for the door after they give me RAI?
- Then just how safe is this radiation treatment?
- How fast does RAI work?
- Are there any side effects to the radiation?
- Are there any alternatives to the drugs or radiation?
- How will I be after surgery?
- I don't really like the idea of the drugs or surgery or radiation. Are there any alternatives?
