Graves Disease is an autoimmune disorder that affects the thyroid. It is the most common form of hyperthyroidism, a condition in which the thyroid produces too much of the hormone thyroxine, leading to an overactive thyroid. This can cause a wide range of physical and mental health issues. In this blog, we’ll go over…
Category: Thyroid
Thyroid 101: Understanding the Role of the Thyroid
The thyroid is an organ located in the neck that produces hormones that regulate growth, metabolism, and energy. It’s part of the endocrine system, which includes other organs such as the pituitary gland and the hypothalamus. The hormones that the thyroid produces help to control the body’s temperature, heart rate, muscle strength, and other…
Hyperthyroidism
What is thyroid gland? The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped gland located in the middle of your neck. The thyroid gland produces two major hormones: thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). T4 is produced in a more abundant quantity. Both hormones play an essential role in regulating and balancing body metabolism. What is hyperthyroidism/thyrotoxicosis/overactive thyroid? Hyperthyroidism…
Carbimazole: Understanding its Uses and Benefits
How does Carbimazole work? Carbimazole is converted to an active agent called methimazole in the body. Methimazole acts on thyroid gland and reduces its overactivity. How is Carbimazole taken? The treatment dose is usually prescribed by your doctor, depending on the thyroid blood test. It is started at high doses ranging between 20 to…