Graves disease vs hyperthyroidism

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Avatar f tn TSH Receptor Ab is a blood test for Graves' disease that in your case appears to be negative. It may be necessary to do an I-123 uptake (pending ultrasound results) to determine Graves' vs thyroiditis vs toxic nodule(s) as the cause of the hyperthyroidism.
Avatar f tn did they give you the cause of the hyperthyroidism -- ie Graves (most likely) or a toxic nodule? In the USA there is a tendency to use more I-131, but in many other countries (and in our office) we often use anti-thyroid meds such as methimazole for Graves and consider surgery for treatment as well. If it is a hot nodule, then would recommend either I-131 or surgery (w/ an expert thyroid surgeon).
Avatar n tn This sounds like graves which can also have positive TPO antibodies. Hashitoxicosis is not nearly as common. In either case, the immune system is attacking your thyroid causing a release of thyroid hormone and hyperthyroidism. Treatment should be considered -- would work with an endocrinologist to treat hyperthyroidism. TSI and TBII are additional blood tests that may be helpful. An I-123 uptake would show elevated iodine uptake in Graves.
Avatar f tn Those who already were overweight, whose hyperthyroidism was caused by Graves Disease, or who had lost weight prior to diagnosis all had similar amounts of weight gain, which was approximately 5 to 5.5 kg (11 to 12 pounds) over the six months during which they were treated with antithyroid drugs for radioactive iodine. Those who had their thyroid removed gained even more weight, an average of 10 kg (11 pounds).
Avatar n tn Have you been tested for Graves Disease and/or Hashimoto's Thyroiditis? Both of these are autoimmune conditions that present with hyperthyroidism (low TSH and Free T4 and Free T3 in the upper ranges - that's assuming you had the FREE T4 and FREE T3 tested vs Total T4 and Total T3... It's not just carbimazole that can cause swelling of the thyroid or nodular enlargement. So can thyroid conditions, in general.
Avatar f tn Changes consistent with Hashitoxicosis such as Hurthle cells and enlarged thyroid cells can be seen on thyroid biopsy. The I123 uptake is generally low or normal, and tests for thyroglobulin or blocking TSH receptor antibodies and stimulating TSH receptor antibodies are positive (higher than the normal range of less than 2 percent activity).
Avatar f tn I'd say no to both questions. You could also try 'block and replace' therapy where you take a high dosage of anti-thyroid medication which stops your thyroid gland making any thyroxine and then take thyroid medication to keep your blood level normal. Excerpts from MyThyroid - Frequently Asked Questions on Radioactive Iodine... "The principle advantage of Radioactive Iodine treatment for hyperthyroidism is that it tends to have a much higher success rate than medications.
Avatar n tn I have been diagnosed with thyroid problems for 3 years now. We are uncertain if they existed earlier, but we know that after I delivered my twins I became extremely hyperthyroid. 6 months after delivery I had my first thyroid test pulled. I had lost 30 pounds from my pre-pregnancy weight, was fatigued, and experiencing a very slow, irregular heart beat. My TSH at the time was .03. My family Dr. did nothing about it. I let it go for 1 1/2 years.
Avatar f tn Have you been tested for thyroid antibodies to make sure you do, in fact, have Graves disease and are not simply in a hyper phase of Hashimoto's? Both Graves and Hashimoto's are autoimmune. While Graves is always connected with hyperthyroidism, Hashimoto's is most often connected with hypothyroidism, however it's not uncommon for one to have periods of hyperthyroidism in the beginning stages. You should ask for thyroid antibody tests.
Avatar f tn Ok so I have been having some problems lately and thought they may be my thyroid as I have Graves disease which leads to hyperthyroidism and my doctor had recently given me my lab slip so I went and got my blood work done. Today I called and the receptionist told me my TSH is really low and my T3 is high. What I want to know because she couldn't tell me is what is dangerously low? Below are my levels. TSH - 0.02 T3 - 3.79 T4 - 1.
Avatar f tn It's likely that you have Graves' disease. However, you should have a TSI (thyroid stimulating immunoglobulin) test to confirm this. TSI is the definitive test for Graves'. Sometimes Graves' can be managed with medication. Surgery and RAI are also options. Read all you can about Graves' and discuss which options are right for you with your doctor.
Avatar f tn Is TSH the only test your endo is ordering for you? If so, you might want to start looking for another. You should also have Free T3 and Free T4 tested every time TSH is tested. Have you had antibody tests to confirm/rule out Graves Disease and/or Hashimoto's? While Graves Disease is always associated with hyperthyroidism, not all hyperthyroidism is Graves Disease.
Avatar f tn hi i'm a 28 yr old woman and have suffered badly with symptoms from graves disease for 3yrs i've been on propylthiouracil for a year now as i had a severe allergic reaction to carbimazole! my symptoms include insomnia,severe fatigue,anxiety,bouts of depression,poor concentration,memory loss,bruising easily,dizziness,nausea and graves rage and weakened immune system (sick often). the problem is that i've recently had a blood test that read normal at 5.
877337 tn?1249844450 Graves' disease may present clinically with one of the following characteristic signs: * exophthalmos (protuberance of one or both eyes) * a non-pitting edema (pretibial myxedema), with thickening of the skin usually found on the lower extremities * fatigue, weight loss with increased appetite, and other symptoms of hyperthyroidism * rapid heart beats * muscular weakness The two signs that are truly 'diagnostic' of Graves' disease (i.e.
Avatar f tn I'm new to this site and it was nice to find it I am still trying to understand Hyperthyroidism and Graves' Disease. I was hoping someone can tell me if I am suffering from hyperthyroidism or Graves' Disease. On 8/17/07 my test results were TSH <0.01,T4Free 2.75, TPO AB 66. I also had a RUI-U I don't remember the results, but it was elevated and I think they said it was hot. My other blood work was on 10/29/07 TSH 2.74,T4Free 0.47,12/24/07 TSH 0.04,T4Free 1.
Avatar n tn s important to make sure that you actually have graves vs thyroiditis. thyroiditis sometimes mimics graves disease in that it can produce hyperthyroidism. if you presented with hyperthyroidism, doctors have to run antibody tests along with the radioactive iodine uptake scan to make sure that the hyperthyroidism is caused by graves or thyroiditis. if you do not have graves, then you may not need the antithyroid drugs. you actually may become hypothyroid and need thyroid replacement!!!
Avatar n tn I have had steroids for my eyes and and tapazole nothing has worked. I have toxic nodoles along with Graves disease. I have changed my diet and tried different things what do you suggest. I'm not sleeping, I have gained most of my weight back with increased heart beat. What can I do.
Avatar f tn Prisms can be incorporated into the glasses or stuck on all the back surface of the lens "fresnel prisms" Tape won't cut it.
Avatar n tn It is important to limit iodine intake when hyper. Your husband can ask his doctor to test his iodine levels to see if they are too high. Has your husband had a TSI (thyroid stimulating immunoglobulin) test? TSI is the antibody marker for Graves' disease (autoimmune hyperthyroidism). Almost all hyperthyroidism is Graves' disease.