Grave's disease

Grave's disease

1. Autoimmune disease where the thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormone. Antibodies attack thyroid tissue which causes it to become overactive.

2. Goitre

3. Weight loss despite increased appetite

4. Anxiety

5. Restlessness

6. Tachycardia

7. Irritability

8. Tremor

9. Fatigue

10. Vision problems

11. Insomnia

12. Changes in menstration

13. Fertility problems

14. Bulging eyes

15. Diarrhoea

16. Heart palpitations

17. Muscle weakness

18. Difficulty controlling diabetes

19. Monitor BGL's, dietitian referral, monitor dietary intake, vital signs.

20. Heart failure

21. Thyroidectomy, beta blockers for cardiovascular issues, medications to suppress thyroid

22. Comfortable sleeping environment, education about not smoking and lifestyle changes such as increase exercises, ensure compliance with diet, proper eye care including cold compression on eyes, wearing proper eye care, lubricating eyes and elevating head to reduce pressure on the eyes.

23. Support groups :)

24. Blood test to test TSH, T3 and T4 levels