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Elaine Moore's Grave Disease Education Site
A personal site that discusses diagnosis, laboratory tests, treatments and ophthalmopathy.
http://www.elaine-moore.com/gravesdisease/
Dr. Paul A. Fitzgerald, M.D.
Discusses symptoms, exophthalmos, skin myxedema and treatment options.
http://www.fitzgeraldmd.com/news/archives/000044.html

Extractions: 350 Parnassus Avenue Suite 710 San Francisco, CA 94117 Endocrinology Topic Categories Monthly Archives Recent Entries Search Topics Syndicate this site (XML) This weblog is licensed under a Creative Commons License Graves' disease is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism in the United States. Other causes of hyperthyroidism include multinodular goiter, toxic solitary nodules of the thyroid, and functioning thyroid cancer. Other rare causes for hyperthyroidism include TSH-secreting pituitary tumors and hCG-secreting trophoblastic tumors of the ovary or testis. Struma ovarii is another rare cause of hyperthyroidism. All of the latter conditions cause increased thyroid radioactive iodine uptake on scanning. Additional causes of hyperthyroidism include subacute thyroiditis and certain phases of Hashimoto's thyroiditis as well as exogenous thyroid hormone intake and iodide-induced hyperthyroidism (due to kelp, amiodarone x-ray contrast). Symptoms of Graves' disease are those of hyperthyroidism and may include anxiety, restlessness, irritability, emotional instability, fatigue, muscle weakness or cramps, increased appetite, palpitations and heat intolerance. Patients may also have a fast heart beat, atrial fibrillation, tremor, an eye stare and changes in hair. Osteoporosis tends to occur if hyperthyroidism left untreated. There may also be increased sweating and increased numbers of bowel movements, shortness of breath on exertion and weight changes. Usually there is weight loss, but occasional patients gain weight ironically due to an increased appetite. Periodic paralysis with low potassium may occur in men who are of Asian, Filipino, or Native American ethnic backgrounds. Menstrual irregularities and cardiac angina are also common.
Graves' Disease
Frequently asked questions and comments on possible complications if left untreated. From The National Women s Health Information Center.
http://www.4woman.gov/faq/graves.htm

Extractions: What could happen if this disease is left untreated? See also . . . Graves' Disease is a type of autoimmune disease in which the immune system over stimulates the thyroid gland, causing hyperthyroidism . Over-activity of the thyroid gland is also sometimes called "diffuse toxic goiter." The thyroid gland helps set the rate of metabolism (the rate at which the body uses energy), and when it is over-stimulated, it produces more thyroid hormones than the body needs. High levels of thyroid hormones can cause difficult side effects. This is an extremely rare disease that tends to affect women over the age of 20. The incidence is about 5 in 10,000 people. An autoimmune disease occurs when the body's immune system becomes misdirected and attacks the very organs, cells, or tissues that it was designed to protect. About 75% of autoimmune diseases occur in women, most frequently during their childbearing years. What are the symptoms of Graves' Disease?
Hyperthyroidism, Subclinical Hyperthyroidism, And Graves' Disease
Lists symptoms, case histories, and photos of patients. By David W. Gardner M.D.
http://www.hsc.missouri.edu/~daveg/thyroid/thy_dis.html#Hyperthyroidism
MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Gravesâ Disease
graves disease is an autoimmune disease one in which the immune system attacks certain graves disease is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000358.htm

Extractions: @import url(/medlineplus/images/advanced.css); Skip navigation Other encyclopedia topics: A-Ag Ah-Ap Aq-Az B-Bk ... Z Contents of this page: Endocrine glands Thyroid enlargement - scintiscan Graves' disease Thyroid gland Alternative names Return to top Diffuse thyrotoxic goiter Definition Return to top Graves' disease is an autoimmune disease one in which the immune system attacks certain tissues that causes overactivity of the thyroid gland ( hyperthyroidism Causes, incidence, and risk factors Return to top Located in the front of the neck just below the larynx (voicebox), the thyroid gland is an important organ of the endocrine system. The thyroid secretes the hormones thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3), which control body metabolism . Regulation of metabolism is critical in controlling mood, weight and mental and physical energy levels. Thyroid disorders caused by overproduction of thyroid hormones are called hyperthyroidism, and underproduction of these hormones is known as hypothyroidism Graves' disease is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism. The production of thyroid hormone is increased, causing a wide range of symptoms from anxiety and restlessness to insomnia and weight loss. In addition, the eyeballs may begin to protrude (
MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia: Graves' Disease
graves disease. graves disease. graves disease is thought to be an autoimmune disorder of the thyroid which causes overproduction of thyroid hormones.
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/imagepages/17067.htm

Extractions: @import url(/medlineplus/images/advanced.css); Skip navigation Graves' disease Graves' disease is thought to be an autoimmune disorder of the thyroid which causes over-production of thyroid hormones. Hallmarks of the condition are bulging eyes (exophthalmos), heat intolerance, increased energy, difficulty sleeping, diarrhea and anxiety. Update Date: 8/12/2004 Updated by: J. Gordon Lambert, MD, Associate Medical Director; G. Eric Morgan, MS3; RxRemedy and A.D.A.M. Medical Illustration Team.
Show HD Leaflets
Article provided by the Thyroid Foundation of America, Inc. Written in easy to understand terms and explains treatment.
http://www.healthtouch.com/bin/EContent_HT/showAllLfts.asp?lftname=TFA004&ci
EMedicine - Autoimmune Thyroid Disease And Pregnancy : Article By Phuong H Nguye
Covers the background, pathophysiology, and frequency of Postpartum Thyroiditis, Hashimoto's and graves' disease. From eMedicine.
http://www.emedicine.com/med/topic3261.htm

Extractions: (advertisement) Home Specialties Resource Centers CME ... Patient Education Articles Images CME Patient Education Advanced Search Consumer Health Link to this site Back to: eMedicine Specialties Medicine, Ob/Gyn, Psychiatry, and Surgery Obstetrics/gynecology Last Updated: December 21, 2004 Rate this Article Email to a Colleague Synonyms and related keywords: thyroid disorder, endocrinopathy, pregnancy, hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, Graves disease, Graves' disease, Hashimoto thyroiditis, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, postpartum thyroiditis, PPT, goitrous chronic thyroiditis, atrophic thyroiditis, chronic autoimmune thyroiditis AUTHOR INFORMATION Section 1 of 10 Author Information Introduction Clinical Differentials ... Bibliography
IMAGES IN ENDOCRINOLOGY-MEDSTUDENTS
Cushing s disease. Cushing s disease Cushing s disease 2. graves disease. Exophthalmos 1 Exophthalmos 2 Exophthalmos 3
http://www.medstudents.com.br/image/endoc/imagend.htm
SMA: Southern Medical Association - Page Moved
Medical problem that can be lifethreatening and adversely alter physical growth and development, including a child's ability to learn. Presents treatment recommendations drawn from this study. From the University of Mississippi Medical Center.
http://www.sma.org/smj1997/octsmj97/8text.htm

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Graves' Disease
My column is about the clinical course, symptoms, autoimmune nature, diagnosis and treatment options related to graves disease.
http://www.suite101.com/welcome.cfm/graves_disease

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Graves' Disease
Frequently asked questions and comments on possible complications if left untreated. From The National Women's Health Information Center.
http://www.4woman.org/faq/graves.htm

Extractions: What could happen if this disease is left untreated? See also . . . Graves' Disease is a type of autoimmune disease in which the immune system over stimulates the thyroid gland, causing hyperthyroidism . Over-activity of the thyroid gland is also sometimes called "diffuse toxic goiter." The thyroid gland helps set the rate of metabolism (the rate at which the body uses energy), and when it is over-stimulated, it produces more thyroid hormones than the body needs. High levels of thyroid hormones can cause difficult side effects. This is an extremely rare disease that tends to affect women over the age of 20. The incidence is about 5 in 10,000 people. An autoimmune disease occurs when the body's immune system becomes misdirected and attacks the very organs, cells, or tissues that it was designed to protect. About 75% of autoimmune diseases occur in women, most frequently during their childbearing years. What are the symptoms of Graves' Disease?
Graves' Disease Articles
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GravesEyeFile
This personal account features photographs taken before, during, and after surgery.
http://www.geocities.com/sumikolseki/GravesEyeFile.html

Extractions: My Progression of Thyroid Eye Disease Feb 1999 Sept 1999 Mar 2000 - "sumi, why are you're eyes buggin' out? i think you should go to a doctor..." Aug 2000 -whoa fatty lids Mar 2001 Mar 6th, 2002 - my poor right eye has no where to go :oP Mar 9th, 2002 Mar 18th, 2002 Apr 14th, 2002 May 2002 Graduation Jun 1999 - notice no fatty lids!... Fatty Decompression Surgery
Pioneering New Thyroid Treatment
The doctor has developed a revolutionary technique for treating hyperthyroidism, associated with graves' disease.
http://www.news-medical.net/?id=11238
Graves' Disease - MayoClinic.com
In graves disease, your body produces too much thyroid hormone.
http://www.mayoclinic.com/findinformation/diseasesandconditions/invoke.cfm?id=DS
Thyroid Disease, Pregnancy And Fertility | Postpartum Thyroiditis | Fertility |
Discusses fertility, menstruation, breast feeding, graves' disease, and thyroxine treatment. From the Thyroid Foundation of Canada.
http://www.thyroid.ca/Guides/HG08.html

Extractions: Thyroid disease is not common during pregnancy. This is because the immune system, of which the thyroid is a part, is depressed in pregnancy in order to protect the developing fetus. However, untreated hypothyroidism during pregnancy may impair full and normal development to at least a slight degree. As a result of the loss of this protective effect at the end of pregnancy, there is a tendency for thyroid disease to occur in those women who have had previous thyroid disease. Thyroiditis is particularly common after pregnancy. In most cases, so called "post partum thyroiditis" tends to get better after a few weeks although recurrence in subsequent pregnancies is highly likely. Women who have been treated for Graves' disease or Hashimoto's thyroiditis can become pregnant, since normal fertility is restored after treatment. Graves' disease should be treated with radioactive iodine or by surgery before pregnancy can occur.
Graves Disease
Diary that discusses diagnosis and treatment choices.
http://valkyrie.aarg.net/graves.html

Extractions: Friends with Graves Elaine Elaine is the author of Graves Disease, A Practical Guide. Elaine also has regular articles published at Suite 101 Pam Pam is a faithful contributor to the support group at Yahoo! Groups here is another great group at the Mediboard Network. Graves Disease: A practical Guide By: Elaine Moore The Thyroid Solution By Dr. Ridha Arem Buddhism Without Beliefs: A Contemporary Guide to Awakening By: Stephen Batchelor Mary's Shomon's Thyroid site on about.com Amercian Autoimmune Related Diseases Association" Elaine's column at Suite 101 Welcome to my new site, it has a better look and I have finally been able (mentally etc.) to face the work of the overhaul. I haven't got my personal Graves Disease Journal up here yet, but I am working on getting that back as well. To read the old site and my journal go here This site is meant to be a gateway. There is SO MUCH information about Graves Disease and I can not put it all here. I am just hoping to provide a place to start. One thing is, if you have been diagnosed, your best weapon is reading, reading and more reading! Any knowledge that you can gather about how this disease works and how to treat will help you in the long run. The doctors that generally treat Graves are called Endocrinologists. Many times they specialize in Diabetes, so they may not have all the newest information about Graves. This disease is not simple and it may be up to you to help educate your Doctor so you can receive the best treatment possible. This disease (and many others I'm sure) require that you be proactive in the healing process.
Postgraduate Medicine: The Many 'faces' Of Graves' Disease
Preview graves disease can cause a baffling variety of symptoms that graves disease is by far the most common cause of thyrotoxicosis in the world
http://www.postgradmed.com/issues/1999/10_01_99/felz.htm

Extractions: Michael W. Felz, MD; Peter P. Stein, MD VOL 106 / NO 4 / OCTOBER 1, 1999 / POSTGRADUATE MEDICINE CME learning objectives This page is best viewed with a browser that supports tables Part 2 of this article, which focuses on practical diagnostic testing and management of Graves' disease, will appear in the October 15 issue. Preview : Graves' disease can cause a baffling variety of symptoms that challenge the diagnostic skills of even the most experienced clinician. In the first part of this two-part article, Drs Felz and Stein discuss distinctive features of this unique disorder and describe patients with memorable "faces" of Graves' disease. Part 2, which focuses on practical diagnostic testing and management of Graves' disease, will appear in the October 15 issue.
The MediBoard Network: Graves' Disease And Thyroid Discussion
Bulletin board for patient to patient support of graves' disease.
http://www.mediboard.com/ubb/ultimatebb.php?ubb=forum&f=1

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