Hypothyroidism is when the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormones, whereas hyperthyroidism is when the thyroid gland produces too much. The conditions have different symptoms and ...

If your mysterious weight loss, sudden intolerance to heat, and noticeably irregular period has you scouring the internet for the reasons why, you’ve probably wondered if your symptoms are the result ...

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Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) doesn’t usually cause weight gain, though it may cause other weight changes. Sometimes, treatment for hyperthyroidism can lead to weight gain. Hyperthyroidism ...

Subclinical hyperthyroidism means that a person has low or undetectable levels of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) with normal levels of free thyroid hormones. It usually does not cause symptoms. The ...