What Is a Goiter?
4. Goiters and Graves’ Disease
There are many cases where a goiter is the result of another condition that someone is living with. More often than not, this is a condition related to the thyroid. One example is Graves’ disease. An autoimmune disorder, Graves’ disease causes the thyroid to work harder and faster than normal, creating an abundance of certain hormones. What’s more, the immune system confuses the thyroid for a threat and sends signals for the thyroid to produce hormones at an even higher rate and cause the thyroid to become swollen.
Graves’ disease can be spotted by looking for a variety of different signs. Common symptoms include rapid heart rate, hand tremors, weakness in the muscles, fatigue, insomnia, and sudden weight loss. It can also be characterized by the presence of a goiter. When these symptoms appear and persist, consult with your doctor right away.
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