Most common autoimmune disorders

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Graves’ disease is a type of autoimmunity in which the thyroid gland becomes overly active. People who have Graves' disease may have trouble sleeping, irritability, unexplained weight loss, eyes that bulge, sensitivity to heat, muscle weakness, brittle hair, light menstrual periods, and hand shakiness.

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Hypothyroidism: Causes and treatments

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Hypothyroidism: Causes and treatments

Hypothyroidism is commonly referred to as underactive thyroid and is a condition in which the thyroid gland doesn’t produce enough hormones.  

It’s much more common in women than in men with approximately one in every eight women developing a thyroid condition in her lifetime.  It is estimated that more than 20 million Americans have some form of thyroid condition and up to 60 percent of those with a condition are unaware.  

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