101. HealthCentral - General Encyclopedia - Graves' Disease General Health Encyclopedia, graves disease. hypothyroidism. graves disease is one of most common causes of hyperthyroidism. The http://www.healthcentral.com/mhc/top/000358.cfm

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102. Symptoms Of Graves' Disease Symptoms of graves disease Because the hormones secreted by the thyroid gland target every cell in the body, the symptoms of graves disease are present http://www.sas.upenn.edu/~rblatt/Symptoms_of_Graves'_Disease.html

Rebecca Blatt's Graves' Disease Site Home What is Graves' Disease? Disease History Symptoms ... Special Thanks Symptoms of Graves' Disease Because the hormones secreted by the thyroid gland target every cell in the body, the symptoms of Graves' Disease are present throughout every system. Generally, Graves' Disease develops gradually, and patients may not recognize these symptoms immediately or may dismiss them as signs of stress. Although these symptoms may reach extremes, they usually disappear with effective treatment. Common symptoms of Grave's Disease include Cardiac/Pulminary Symptoms Tachycardia Fast pulse High blood pressure Shortness of breath Gastrointestinal Signs Frequent Bowel Movements Diarrhea Increased appetite Weight Loss Difficulty Swallowing Urinary Tract Changes Increased thirst Frequent urination Reproductive System Effects Decreased Menstruation Amenorrhea Infertility Ocular Symptoms Staring or Frightened Expression Lid Lag Infrequent Blinking Scratchy Irritation Exopthalmos (bug eyes) Hair/Skin Changes Excessive Perspiration Warm, sweaty palms

103. Graves' Disease Buddies Famous graves disease Buddies graves disease has impacted several famous celebrities. The President was subsequently diagnosed with graves disease. http://www.sas.upenn.edu/~rblatt/Graves'_Disease_Buddies.html

Rebecca Blatt's Graves' Disease Site Home What is Graves' Disease? Disease History Symptoms ... Special Thanks Famous Graves' Disease Buddies Graves' Disease has impacted several famous celebrities. They have raised awareness about this disease and have worked especially hard to gain support for the Graves' Disease community. Olympic Track Star: Gail Devers In 1991, Olympic athlete Gail Devers was diagnosed with Graves' Disease. She had endured symptoms for two years before she finally received an accurate diagnosis. Devers admits her frusturation with doctors dismissing her symptoms as "normal" and the relief she felt once she received her diagnosis. She says, "The biggest thrill for me was finding out there was actually something wrong because i finally knew i wasn't crazy." Since her diagnosis, Devers has made a full recovery and won four Olympic gold medals. She has become a spokeswoman about Graves' Disease and is a role-model for other patients. She continues to work extremely hard to raise awareness about the disease. She has joined the American Medical Women's Association to promote a national campaign to increase awareness of thyroid disease called "Your Thyroid: Central Gland." She says, "I think that everything in life happens for a reason...you've got to reach down deep and find that inner strength."

104. Grave's Disease Thyroid nodules Hyperthyroidism Thyroid cancer Hypothyroidism graves disease Thyroiditis Radioactive iodine Myxedema Multinodular goiter Hot nodule http://www.mythyroid.com/grave's_disease.htm

Thyroid nodules Hyperthyroidism Thyroid cancer Hypothyroidism Graves' Disease Thyroiditis Radioactive iodine Myxedema Multinodular goiter Hot nodule Thyroglossal duct cyst Cold nodule Thyroglobulin Grave's disease Home Disease Associations Dr. Drucker Drugs and Vitamins Eye Disease Heart Disease Hot off the press ... Thyroid surgery First described by Robert Graves in 1835, Graves' disease ( GD ) is an autoimmune disease that arises as a consequence of the body producing antibodies against the thyroid (thyroid stimulating immunoglobulins) that result in excess thyroid hormone production. GD is the most common diagnosis underlying the development of hyperthyroidism in patients in North America and is the most common autoimmune disease in the United States and Canada, with the incidence in women ~ 0.5 cases per 1000 individuals. The precipitating event for the production of the antibodies and the development of the disease remains poorly understood. The antibodies stimulate the TSH receptor on the thyroid gland, resulting in enlargement of the thyroid and excess thyroid hormone synthesis and secretion. Patients with Graves' thyroid disease are also at increased risk for the development of Graves' eye disease , also known as thyroid ophthalmopathy that becomes apparent in about 50% of patients with GD of the thyroid. The eye disease and the thyroid disease may be viewed as 2 separate diseases, as one does not invariably accompany the other. Furthermore, treatment of the hyperthyroid state with drugs does not usually influence the course of the eye disease, which can run an independent course, even though the thyroid disease invariably improves with all treatment options. Patients with

105. New Insight Into Graves' Disease New Insight into graves disease. By Amanda Gardner HealthDay Reporter. graves disease is unusual in this respect. Most autoimmune processes are destructive. http://www.healthfinder.gov/news/newsstory.asp?docID=514100

106. Healthfinder® — National Graves' Disease Foundation - NGDF The National graves disease Foundation is the only national, nonprofit, educational organization open exclusively to people with graves disease. http://www.healthfinder.gov/orgs/HR3545.htm

health library just for you health care organizations search: help National Graves' Disease Foundation - NGDF organization URL(s) www.ngdf.org other contact information P O Box 1969 Brevard, NC 28712 828-877-5251 (Voice) description The National Graves' Disease Foundation is the only national, non-profit, educational organization open exclusively to people with Graves' disease. This lay organization is also available to families, friends, and health care professionals. related topics Grave's Disease Hyperthyroidism review date Thu Sep 19, 2002 accessibility freedom of information act privacy contact us ... U.S. Department of Health and Human Services

107. Treatment Of Graves' Disease, Mayo Clinic In Rochester, Minn. Treatment of graves disease at Mayo Clinic in Rochester. Skin. Some people with graves disease suffer from an irritating skin condition. http://www.mayoclinic.org/graves-rst/

Home About Mayo Clinic Contact Us Mayo Clinic Locations: Arizona Florida Minnesota Mayo Clinic ... Medical Services Graves' Disease Graves' Disease Treatment More on Diagnosis and Treatment Appointments Clinical Trials ... Medical Services Treatment of Graves' Disease at Mayo Clinic in Rochester Graves' disease is thought to be caused either by a defect in the immune system or by a normal reaction of the immune system that results in damage to healthy tissues. Normally, the immune system uses antibodies, protein substances the body makes, to help protect itself against viruses, bacteria, and foreign substances (antigens) that invade the body. In Graves' disease the immune system attacks the thyroid gland, eyes, and skin of the lower legs, causing symptoms of the disease. Many of these symptoms can be successfully treated. Treatment of the disease at Mayo is a team effort involving specialists in Endocrinology, Ophthalmology, Otorhinolaryngology, Dermatology and General Surgery. Eye and thyroid specialists at Mayo Clinic in Rochester have special expertise in treating difficult cases of Graves' ophthalmopathy. In Graves' disease the thyroid gland, eyes, and skin of the lower legs all can be affected by the disease.

108. Graves' Disease - DrDonnica.com - The First Name In Women's Health, Graves' Dise Send to a Friend graves disease. Q What is graves disease? Dr. Donnica graves disease is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism. http://www.drdonnica.com/faqs/00001648.htm

We subscribe to the HONcode principles. Verify here Graves' Disease Q: What is Graves' disease? Dr. Donnica: Graves' disease is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism. This is the form of thyroid disease that affected Gail Devers, as well as former first lady Barbara Bush. It is an autoimmune disorder, in which an antibody against the thyroid's TSH receptor disrupts the thyroid's local regulation of hormone secretion causing excessive thyroid hormone production.  It usually affects young women between ages 20 and 40 (although about 12% of patients are men). Graves' disease is also known as "diffuse toxic goiter".  It is characterized by clinical hyperthyroidism AND one or more of the following:  goiter (a visibly or palpably enlarged thyroid gland protruding from the neck), exophthalmos (protruding eyes which appear enlarged), and pretibial myxedema (a type of swelling in the front parts of the lower legs).  Graves' disease has a chronic course with remissions and relapses, so it sometimes is difficult to diagnose. Treatment of Graves' disease is similar to the treatment of hyperthyroidism.  Generally, medical treatment is offered first with antithyroid drugs (e.g. propythioruacil and methimazole), but only 16% to 40% of patients remain in remission after discontinuing therapy.  For those who relapse, radioactive iodine therapy is recommended.  About 1 in 4 patients will become hypothyroid as a result of therapy within one year, and the incidence will continue to increase yearly.  Thus, many Graves' disease patients will actually wind up with hypothyroidism and rely on thyroid replacement medicine on a regular basis.

109. Adult Health Advisor 2003.2: Graves' Disease graves disease. What is graves disease? graves disease is the most common type of hyperthyroidism. What can I do to prevent graves disease? http://www.med.umich.edu/1libr/aha/aha_gravesdi_crs.htm

Adult Health Topics All Health Topics Find a UMHS Doctor T his information is not a tool for self-diagnosis or a substitute for medical treatment. You should speak to your physician or make an appointment to be seen if you have questions or concerns about this information or your medical condition. Search Adult Topics Search All Topics T his information is not a tool for self-diagnosis or a substitute for medical treatment. You should speak to your physician or make an appointment to be seen if you have questions or concerns about this information or your medical condition. Index Illustration Graves' Disease What is Graves' disease? Graves' disease is the most common type of hyperthyroidism. Hyperthyroidism is a condition in which the body has too much thyroid hormone. Graves' disease is more common in women than men. It usually occurs in young and middle-aged women. People with this disease rarely die or become extremely sick because of it. How does it occur?

110. Graves' Disease graves disease. This leaflet provides information about thyrotoxicosis, (hyperthyroidism or graves disease), covers symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment. http://omni.ac.uk/browse/mesh/C0018213L0018213.html

low graphics Graves' Disease broader: Autoimmune Diseases Hyperthyroidism other: Arthritis, Rheumatoid Dermatitis Herpetiformis Diabetes Mellitus, Insulin-Dependent Lupus Erythematosus, Systemic ... Thyrotoxicosis This is one of a series of patient-oriented documents that are written by a British general practitioner. This leaflet provides information about thyrotoxicosis, (hyperthyroidism or Graves' disease), covers symptoms, causes, diagnosis and treatment. Published on the Web by Medinfo. Thyrotoxicosis Patient Education Handout [Publication Type] Hyperthyroidism Graves' Disease Last modified: 27 May 2004

111. Graves' Disease graves disease, In graves disease, the thyroid gland in the neck is diffusely enlarged and hyperactive, producing excessive thyroid hormones. http://ww3.komotv.com/global/story.asp?s=1230690

112. Bbc.co.uk Health - Ask The Doctor - Graves' Disease Ask the Doctor. Q graves disease My sister has been diagnosed with graves disease. graves disease is a form of overactivity of the thyroid gland. http://www.bbc.co.uk/health/ask_doctor/graves_disease.shtml

@import url('/includes/tbenh.css') ; Home TV Radio Talk ... A-Z Index WEDNESDAY 2nd June 2004 Text only BBC Homepage Health Home Lifestyle Home ... Help Like this page? Send it to a friend! Ask the Doctor Q: Graves' Disease... My sister has been diagnosed with Graves' disease. She has had the condition for about a year now and has recently been put on a course of steroids (16 a day). I have been trying to get some information about it but it's proving difficult. Is there anything you can tell me about it please? I am an insulin dependent diabetic and I've been wondering if the two things might be linked in any way. Ysanne Dr Trisha Macnair responds Graves' disease is a form of over-activity of the thyroid gland. It is thought to be an autoimmune disease, where the immune system produces an antibody which interacts with the cells of the thyroid and stimulates them to secrete excessive amounts of thyroid hormones. Insulin dependent diabetes may also be an autoimmune condition and there is known to be links between autoimmune conditions. Graves' disease is linked to insulin dependent diabetes, and pernicious anaemia (another autoimmune condition). There is also a genetic influence contributing to Graves' disease and it can run in families.

113. Best Practice Of Medicine-Patient Guide - Graves Disease graves disease. Basics. graves disease is a condition in which the thyroid gland makes too much thyroid hormone (hyperthyroidism). http://praxis.md/index.asp?page=bhg_report&article_id=BHG01EN26§ion=report

114. The Physician And Sportsmedicine: Detecting Graves' Disease Detecting graves disease Presentations in Young Athletes. David H. Wang, MD, MS; Scott M. Koehler, MD; Cary N. Mariash, MD. About graves disease. http://www.physsportsmed.com/issues/1996/12_96/wang.htm

Detecting Graves' Disease: Presentations in Young Athletes David H. Wang, MD, MS; Scott M. Koehler, MD; Cary N. Mariash, MD THE PHYSICIAN AND SPORTSMEDICINE - VOL 24 - NO. 12 - DECEMBER 96 In Brief: Graves' disease has a multitude of presentations, and certain symptoms can mimic sports-related concerns such as overtraining. A review of three cases of Graves' disease in young athletes illustrates the spectrum of symptoms and the pathophysiology. Diagnosis involves a detailed patient history, physical exam, and appropriate lab studies, including a thyroid radioactive iodine uptake scan. Treatment consists of symptom management and antithyroid medication, radioactive iodine thyroid ablation, or, rarely, thyroidectomy. G raves' disease is relatively common in the general population, so the condition is not unusual in active people. Though the symptoms vary widely, they can mimic overtraining syndrome or chronic fatigue, making it important to consider Graves' disease in the workup of patients who report fatigue, depression, muscle weakness, or menstrual irregularity. Some symptoms of Graves' disease, such as tremors, heart palpitations, and gastrointestinal disturbances, can impair exercise. Thus it's important to make the correct diagnosis and provide proper treatment so that patients can safely and comfortably resume their activities. The following cases illustrate the impact of Graves' disease on activity and demonstrate the diagnostic workup.

115. Graves' Disease And Anti-HIAP Antibodies About graves disease. graves disease. graves disease is a common form of hyperthyroidism and may affect as many as 500,000 patients in the United States. http://www.autoimmune.com/GravesGen.html

About Graves' Disease GRAVES' DISEASE Graves' disease is a thyroid disorder in which a hyperactive thyroid is accompanied by a goiter, an infiltrative eye disorder, or a skin disorder that usually affects the shin area. Symptoms may include nervousness, fatigue, weight loss, sweating, tachycardia, and blurred vision when the eye disorder is present. Graves' disease is a common form of hyperthyroidism and may affect as many as 500,000 patients in the United States. Researchers believe that all four disorders may result from infection by HIAP and that individual genetic factors such as HLA haplotype may help to determine the specific symptoms which are experienced by the infected person. Support for the possibility that HIAP infection is in fact the cause of these four disorders is provided by a study by Steinfeld et al Several patents cover HIAP in the U.S. and other countries. Autoimmune Technologies has licensed the HIAP technology from Tulane University in order to develop diagnostic tests and therapies for Graves' disease and the other disorders. For information about diagnostic testing, go to the Graves' Disease Laboratory Test Page This material is not intended to take the place of a physician's advice.

116. American Thyroid Clinic, A Thyroid Cancer, Thyroid Tumor, Thyroid Disease; Oral graves disease. Hyperthyroidism/graves’ disease There may be an auto immune aspect of graves’ disease that is shared with one of the forms of thyroiditis. http://www.thyroidcancer.com/hyperthyroidism_graves.htm

Graves' Disease Hyperthyroidism/Graves’ Disease Graves’ Disease can affect virtually any person, but females are far more commonly affected, and usually in the younger age groups. We’ve seen teenage boys and elderly men with this disease however, so again, it is not just limited to younger women. Diagnosis Diagnosing Graves’ disease should be quite simple, but the fact that its symptoms mimic so many other diseases, the diagnosis can sometimes be delayed. Although there are some exceptions, the typical Graves’ Disease patient will have elevated levels of thyroid hormone in the blood. At the same time, the TSH (or thyroid stimulating hormone, a hormone made in the brain and released into the blood to stimulate the release of thyroid hormone from the thyroid gland) will be markedly suppressed, often almost down to zero. Any patient with physical findings described above, the symptoms described above, and the blood tests mentioned above should certainly be suspected of having Graves’ Disease. Treatment Surgery If you have Graves’ Disease and wish to speak with the doctor, call The Thyroid Surgery Center of Texas, P.A. at 512-608-9595.

117. Medifocus: Graves' Disease Guidebook MediFocus Guides Help Answer Key Questions about graves disease What are the standard treatments for graves disease? graves disease. Trustworthy Information, http://www.medifocus.com/graves-disease.php

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118. The DRM WebWatcher: Graves' Disease A Disability Resources Monthly guide to the best online resources about graves disease. graves disease A good overview from Mayo Health Oasis. http://www.disabilityresources.org/GRAVES.html

Home Subjects States Librarians ... Contact Us The DRM WebWatcher Graves' Disease Updated 3/2004 A B C D ... About/Hint/Link Graves' disease is a form of hyperthyroidism caused by a generalized overactivity of the entire thyroid gland. Find more information on these web sites. Graves' Disease A good overview from Mayo Health Oasis. Mayo Graves' Disease Patient Information Basic information about Graves' disease and its effect on the eyes. National Graves Disease Foundation This organization provides information and support for people with Graves disease. Download the welcome package, which includes The history, frequently asked questions, membership form and list of bulletins, or check out the support group list, reading list, and links. Related subjects: Autoimmune Disorders Rare Disorders Resources in your state (c) 1997-2000 Disability Resources, inc.

119. Graves' Disease CME QUESTIONS CAUSE, COURSE AND TREATMENT OF graves’ disease PREPARED BY LESLIE J. DE GROOT,MD BACK. 1. graves’ disease may include A. Thyrotoxicosis. http://www.thyroidmanager.org/CME/graves_disease.htm

PREPARED BY LESLIE J. DE GROOT,MD BACK Reading for this module should include Chapters 10 and 11 in Thyroid Disease Manager, or alternative sources. These could include chapters 41 and 42 in Endocrinology, Edition III, comparable chapters in Endocrinology Edition IV (when released), or appropriate chapters Please note that many questions have more than one correct answer among the multiple possible responses offered. Anticipated study and testing time for this module is 3 hours. After reading the material, print out his page, complete the test, fill in required personal information, and send the page with payment to Center for Continuing Medical Education, 950 E 61 st St., University of Chicago, Chicago, IL 60637., with payment of $45. After satisfactory completion of the examination, a certificate will be returned by mail. A. Thyrotoxicosis B. Ophthalmopathy C. Pretibial myxedema D. A + B + C E. Only B A. Anti-TPO antibodies B. Anti-thyroglobulin antibodies C. Thyroid stimulating antibodies (TSAb) D.

120. Graves' Disease. The American Heritage® Dictionary Of The English Language: Fou graves disease. The American Heritage® Dictionary of the English Language Fourth Edition. 2000. 2000. graves disease. PRONUNCIATION gr vz. http://www.bartleby.com/61/4/G0240400.html

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