Hyperthyroidism
A condition in which the thyroid gland produces too much of the hormone thyroxine, accelerating the body's metabolism, causing weight loss, a rapid or irregular heartbeat, sweating, and nervousness or irritability.
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Young adult 19-40 | Very common | ||||
Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Very common |
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