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Graves' disease
An immune-system disorder of the butterfly-shaped gland in the throat (the thyroid) and the most common cause of hyperthyroidism (overactivity of the thyroid gland).
How long it usually lasts:
Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)
How common is it?
Common
Common | Extremely rare | Very rare | Rare | Common | Very common |
| Baby0-2 | |||||
| Preteen6-13 | |||||
| Teenager14-18 | Common | ||||
| Young adult19-40 | Very common | ||||
| Middle-aged adult41-60 | Very common |
Body locations
Neck (front)
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Medications
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