Hypothyroidism

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  Symptoms such as obesity, exhaustion and coldness occur when the metabolism is slowed due to an inadequate number of hormones released from the thyroid gland.
  
  

Hyperthyroidism

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  Hyperthyroidism causes an increase in the body's metabolism. Some symptoms are heart palpitations, sleeping difficulties, muscle weakness, weight loss, exhaustion, shortness of breath, bulging eyes and shaking.
  
  

Causes of Hypothyroidism

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  The most common cause of hypothyroidism is Hashimoto's Thyroiditis, an immune system disorder in which the immune system attacks its own healthy cells when it detects any invading cells.
  
  

Causes of Hyperthyroidism

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  The two most common causes of hyperthyroidism are Graves' disease, an autoimmune disease, and Nodular thyroid disease, which creates small lumps of abnormal thyroid tissue within the thyroid gland. This abnormal tissue produces the excess hormones.
  
  

Treatment

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  There are a variety of treatments for thyroid problems, ranging from prescription medicines to radiation treatments and surgery. If you feel you may be in this category, consult your physician as soon as possible to receive.