A herd of links about hyPER

[deT notsuH]

Perhaps these deserve individual posts..... Sorry, I'm too lazy this
month.....

Can hyperthyroidism result in neuropathy?
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/hyperthyroidism-neuropathy
According to 2019 research, the prevalence of neuromuscular disorders
such as neuropathy in people with thyroid disorders ranges from 20–60%.
The research also indicated that people with hypothyroidism were more
likely to develop neuropathy than those with hyperthyroidism.


What to know about hyperthyroidism and high blood pressure
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/can-hyperthyroidism-cause-high-blood-pressure-2
The thyroid gland plays an important role in how the body uses energy.
If it overproduces thyroid hormone, it can speed up bodily functions,
such as the heart rate. As a result, this can cause increased blood
pressure.


What to know about Graves’ disease and the immune system
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/does-hyperthyroidism-weaken-immune-system-2
An autoimmune condition is the most commonTrusted Source cause of
hyperthyroidism. Autoimmune means the body’s natural defense system
cannot distinguish between a person’s own cells and foreign cells, so it
mistakenly attacks healthy cells and tissues.

If someone has an autoimmune condition, it does not mean they are
immunocompromised. Another term for immunocompromised is
immunodeficiency, which means a weakened immune system. When an
individual has a condition that weakens their immunity, they have
difficulty responding to infections.


What is hyperthyroidism face?
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/hyperthyroidism-face
Thyroid hormones are responsible for supporting the typical functions of
the outermost layer of the skin, also known as the epidermis. As a
result, the skin is often the first place a person notices signs of
thyroid hormone imbalance.


What is the link between hyperthyroidism and acid reflux?
https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/hyperthyroidism-and-acid-reflux-is-there-a-lnk
There is not a clear, well-documented connection between acid reflux and
hyperthyroidism. The two conditions do not share similar causes or risk
factors. While there is a theoretical explanation for the link between
the two, research has not proven a causal link.
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"I'm tired of all this nonsense about beauty being only skin-deep.
That's deep
enough. What do you want, an adorable [thyroid]?" - Jean Kerr [paraphrased!]