Frequently asked question: What is hyperthyroidism?

You have hyperthyroidism if your thyroid gland works too quickly. If that is the case, then too much thyroid hormone is produced and too much thyroid hormone enters your bloodstream and your body. The most common cause of hyperthyroidism is Graves' disease.

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