What is hyperthyroidism?
Hyperthyroidism happens when the thyroid gland makes too much thyroid hormone. (2)
also known as overactive thyroid (2)
What does hyperthyroidism do?
The increase in thyroid hormone signals the metabolism to speed up, which can cause symptoms like hot flashes, increased sweating, feeling overheated, weight loss, and night sweats. (1)
Hyperthyroidism speeds up the body’s metabolism. (2)
What are symptoms of hyperthyroidism?
weight loss (2)
hand tremors (2)
rapid or irregular heartbeat (2)
Resources
1. https://www.verywellhealth.com/what-causes-hot-flashes-other-than-menopause-5186829
2. https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hyperthyroidism/symptoms-causes/syc-20373659
