MICROANATOMY

ENDOCRINE ORGANS AND RESPIRATORY SYSTEM

THYROID

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Weight loss, rapid heart rate, and heat sensitivity are likely symptoms of ____
A
Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid)
B
Hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid)
C
Thyroid cancer
D
All of these above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Hyperthyroidism happens when the thyroid gland makes too much thyroid hormone. This condition also is called overactive thyroid. Hyperthyroidism speeds up the body’s metabolism. That can cause many symptoms, such as weight loss, hand tremors, and rapid or irregular heartbeat.

Detailed explanation-2: -Symptom: Weight Gain or Loss Weight gain may signal low levels of thyroid hormones, a condition called hypothyroidism. In contrast, if the thyroid produces more hormones than the body needs, you may lose weight unexpectedly. This is known as hyperthyroidism. Hypothyroidism is far more common.

Detailed explanation-3: -The higher levels of thyroid hormones unnecessarily speed up a lot of functions in the body. This can lead to noticeable symptoms such as weight loss, sweating, nervousness or a rapid heartbeat. An overactive thyroid increases the risk of cardiovascular disease (problems affecting the heart and/or blood vessels).

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