| Hyperthyroidism, also know as over active thyroid, is | | | | Antithyroid medications are commonly used as the first |
| affecting millions of people around the world. The | | | | approach of treatment used in a hyperactive state. |
| number of people suffering from such disease is | | | | Doctors usually manages the problem through various |
| increasing these days. | | | | medications first. If the hyperactive state persists even |
| There are three types of treatments for | | | | after the usage of medication, radioactive iodine |
| hyperthyroidism. Antithyroid medications and | | | | treatment will be decided later on. |
| radioactive iodine are two most common treatment. In | | | | Most cases, if you are younger than 50 years of age |
| severe and rare cases, surgery may be performed. | | | | and if the thyroid gland is just swollen temporarily, an |
| Suffering from Hyperthyroidism can be dangerous if | | | | antithyroid medication will be prescribed by your doctor. |
| left untreated. Thus, even if the symptoms don't bother | | | | This is usually the first form of treatment |
| you, visiting your doctor is still recommended because | | | | recommended by health professionals worldwide. |
| of the unpredictable nature of the disease. | | | | Radioactive Iodine treatment is often needed if you |
| The type of treatment vary depending on the existing | | | | are diagnosed with Grave's disease or over 50 years |
| conditions of the patient. The therapy depends on | | | | of age. Radioactive Iodine treatment is also the |
| various factors including the following: | | | | alternative approach to antithyroid medication if the |
| - What caused your hyperthyroidism | | | | medication did not work for you. However, it is not for |
| - Your age | | | | patients who are younger than 20 years old, breast |
| - Your current level of thyroid hormones in your body | | | | feeding, pregnant or wish to be pregnant within the |
| - Other medical conditions you are currently | | | | next 6 months, and if his/her hyperactive state is only |
| experiencing | | | | temporary. |
| Also, more than one kind of treatment may be | | | | If radioactive Iodine is contraindicated, you may be |
| necessary to cure your disorder. Each thyroid | | | | subjected to surgery. |
| treatment display different risks and benefits. It is | | | | During the course of your treatment, if you experience |
| crucial to consult with your doctor about such pros and | | | | any changes like weight gain, intolerance to cold and |
| cons. You have to review everything in accordance | | | | fatigue, you are to see your health care professional |
| with your doctors so the best treatment option can be | | | | immediately. |
| given to you. | | | | |