Graves' disease. Graves' disease is the most common cause of overactive thyroid. It can run in families and can occur at any age, although it is most common in women aged 20-40 years old. You are more likely to develop Graves' disease if you smoke. Graves' disease is an autoimmune condition.
Full Removal. If your doctor removes your entire thyroid, your body will begin to exhibit symptoms similar to hypothyroidism, due to the lack of thyroid hormones in your body. These symptoms may include fatigue, elevated cholesterol levels, uncontrollable weight gain, muscle weakness and depression.
Thyroid is an important gland in the body that functions in regulating the metabolism, heart rate, blood pressure, and body temperature and body weight. It is a small gland located in the throat area near the voice box. Thyroid gland releases various hormones vital for the body process to maintain normal function.Abnormal thyroid happens when there is a disruption in the level of hormones secreted by this gland. The hormone released could either go up or go down.hyroid gland releases various hormones vital for the body process to maintain normal function. Abnormal thyroid happens when there is a disruption in the level of hormones secreted by this gland. The hormone released could either go up or go down.