Hyperthyroidism
Hyperthyroidism, an overactive thyroid, can cause fatigue, tremors, anxiety, palpitations, intolerance of heat,sweating, weight loss, increased pulse rate, diarrhoea,and light or no menstrual flow (Jameson & Weetman 2012). It is usually treated with anti-thyroid drugs during pregnancy and lactation. These are thioamide compounds that inhibit thyroid hormone synthesis. Radioactive iodine or surgery are alternative treatments for thyrotoxicosis (hyperthyroidism), particularly if it is
long standing or difficult to control with medication.
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