by Mary Shomon

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?

For answers to these questions and more, refer to the online Hyperthyroidism/Graves' FAQ.

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