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Grave's Disease and Hashimoto's thyroiditis are two that I know of. Grave's tends to have a steady stream of hyperthyroid symptoms while in Hashimoto's tyroiditis it might start out hyperthyroid and as the antibodies attack it will eventually dwindle down to hypothyroidism. Somtimes there will be bursts of hyperthyroid behavior as the thryoid gland is destroyed by antibodies in Hashimoto's thryoiditis.
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∙ 11y agoNo autoimmune diseases are caused by hyperthyroidism. Graves' disease is an autoimmune disease that results in hyperthyroidism, but Hashimoto's thyroiditis is another autoimmune disease that can result in hyperthyroidism as well.
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∙ 11y agoThere is no autoimmune disorder caused by hyperthyroidism that is characterized by goiter and exophthalmos. The opposite is true - the autoimmune disorder called Graves' Disease may cause hyperthyroidism, goiter and exophthalmos.
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∙ 11y agoHypERthyroidism doesn't cause autoimmunity. Autoimmunity can cause hypERthyroidism. Most hypERthyroid conditions are caused by Graves' Disease, but Hashimoto's thyrotoxicosis is also a hypERthyroid condition.
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∙ 14y agoSome of the symptoms of Graves' Disease are hyperthyroidism and exophthalmos,
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∙ 11y agoChronic hyperthyroidism is usually caused by an autoimmune disease called Graves' Disease, in which antibodies to TSH receptors stimulate the thyroid to overproduce hormones.
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Why is hyperthyroidism commoner in women?
Most hyperthyroidism is a result of an autoimmune disorder. Autoimmune disorders are more common in females.
Which is a autoimmune disorder caused by hyperthyroidism is characterized by goiter or exophthalmos?
While many things can cause a goiter, a goiter and exophthalmos are symptoms of the autoimmune disease, Graves' disease.
What is PANDAS disorder?
PANDAS disorder is an autoimmune disease caused by Strep
What is a disorder caused by hyperthyroidism?
Hyperthyroidism is a symptom, not a disease. The symptom is a result of a disease or disorder which may cause other related symptoms, not the other way around. The symptom of hyperthyroidism may cause additional symptoms such as tachycardia, however it does not cause another disorder. When the hyperthyroid symptoms are treated, the additional symptoms typically disappear.
Does an autoimmune disorder burn itself out?
No, an autoimmune disorder will not *burn itself out*.
What is the medical term meaning overactive thyroid?
Hyperthyroidism is the medical term meaning overactive thyroid.
What type of immune disorder is SLE?
The Immune Disorder SLE is and autoimmune disorder.
What is the mechanism by which the number of circulating white blood cells is increased?
Increases in white blood cells can be caused by numerous factors. Some include leukemia, autoimmune disease, inflammation and hyperthyroidism, etc.
Is graves dusease a autoimmune disorder?
Yes, Graves' disease is an autoimmune disease.
Is there any natural remedy for hyperthyroidism?
Lowering the consumption of iodine containing foods and iodized salt may help hypERthyroid symptoms. Eating goitrogenic foods like broccoli, cauliflower and almonds will also sometimes help. If the hypERthyroidism is caused by an autoimmune disease, a nodule or cancer, it is vital to see a doctor for proper diagnosis and treatment. HypERthyroidism can occasionally be fatal.
Is fragilitas crinium a disorder?
it affects the hair, because of autoimmune disorder
An autoimmune thyroid disease that is caused by the thyroid gland being overactive is known as?
Well, Graves Disease is an autoimmune disease that can cause hyperthyroidism Also, Graves can cause Thyroid Eye Disease. So not sure if that has answered your question.
