Question 1

hyper thyroid best med?

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Tapazole (methimazole): Methimazole (tapazole) is preferred over ptu (propylthiouracil). Ptu (propylthiouracil) should be used only in first trimester of pregnancy, tapazole should be used all other times.

Question 2

how are hypo and hyper thyroid different?

Accepted Answer

Opposite: Hypo is underactive and hyper is overactive. The symptoms are completely opposite.

Question 3

what can you tell me about hyper thyroid symptoms?

Accepted Answer

Hyperthyroid: Fatigue, difficulty concentrating, heat intolerance, frequent bowel movements, increased appetite, increased sweating, weight loss, nervousness, restlessness, menstrual irregularities, itching, high blood pressure, tremors, eyes protruding, itching, weakness.

Question 4

can you describe some symptoms of a hyper thyroid please?

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Many: Palpitations
heat intolerance
nervousness
insomnia
breathlessness
increased bowel movements
light or absent menstrual periods
fatigue
fast heart rate
trembling hands
weight loss
muscle weakness
warm moist skin
hair loss
staring gaze.

Question 5

if you are being treated for hyper thyroid can it go away in time? ?

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Hyperthyroid : Depending on the cause of the overactive thyroid, medications can result in the thyroid returning to normal function.  In some cases the medication can even be discontinued after a while but it needs to be followed closely because the time can vary from months to years on medication.  Remember to follow-up with your physician.

Question 6

does pple with hypo thyroid have d same bad temper flare as those with hyper thyroid?

Accepted Answer

Thyroid and psyche: In general, hypothyroidism leaves you more fatigued, depressed, with a slow psyche, and hyperthyroidism has you more "buzzy".  However there is much variation.  There are many psychological issues with hypothyroidism, including bad temper. Either hypo or hyper can worsen preexisting psychological problems. Life changing events (eg crime, divorce, etc) can occur in people with thyroid disorders.

Question 7

having no engery is it due to my hyper thyroid?

Accepted Answer

Could be: Hyperthyroid can cause fatigue and low energy.

Question 8

hypo/hyper- thyroid confusion, what is the difference?

Accepted Answer

Over and Under: HYPOthyroid is underactive thyroid whereas HYPERthyroid is overactive.  Symtoms of hypo include fatigue, dry, brittle nails and hair, constipation, low body temperature, cold intolerance, depression, weight gain or inability to lose weight, lethargy, and abnormal blood lipids.  Symptoms of hyper would essentially be the opposite.

Question 9

doctors, what is the difference between hypo and hyper thyroid?

Accepted Answer

Activity: A hypothyroid is an underactive thyroid. A hyperactive thyroid is an overactive thyroid. Hypothyroid usually leads to weight gain along with a lot of other symptoms. Hyperthyroid usually leads to weight loss along with a series of other symptoms.

Question 10

what's worse hypo or hyper thyroid disease? and how to distinguish difference between the 2 in terms of symptoms n presentations? thanks drs.

Accepted Answer

Thyroid Symptoms: Hypothyroidism causes cold intolerance, weight gain, dry skin, hair loss and fatigue.

Hyperthyroidism causes heat intolerance, weight loss, heart irregularities, tremor, sleep disturbance, hair loss and fatigue.

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