Patient's question:
I don't know how I got hypothyroidism, also known as goiter, as it's commonly called. Now, not only is my neck swollen, but my face is a bit swollen too. I can't eat anything, and my body is constantly becoming very thin. I'm also very sensitive to heat and sweat a lot.Doctor's answer:
Suspected cases of hyperthyroidism can choose from tests such as TT3, TT4, YT3, and radioactive iodine uptake rate determination. If there is still doubt after the above tests, more specific tests can be selected, such as FT3, FT4, S-TSH, TRH stimulation test, thyroid suppression test, etc. Clinically, patients with hyperthyroidism primarily exhibit symptoms such as palpitations, tachycardia, heat intolerance, excessive sweating, increased appetite, weight loss, fatigue, emotional irritability, insomnia, difficulty concentrating, exophthalmos, tremor of the hands and tongue, goiter or thyroid enlargement, and menstrual disorders or even amenorrhea in women.