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Graves' disease
An immune-system disorder of the butterfly-shaped gland in the throat (the thyroid) and the most common cause of hyperthyroidism (overactivity of the thyroid gland).
Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this
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Teenager 14-18 | Common | ||||
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Middle-aged adult 41-60 | Very common | ||||
Senior 60+ | Common |
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I think i have graves disease, will my baby too?
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Does Graves' disease simply go away if untreated?
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What's the difference between Grave's disease and hyperthyroidism?
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Is the thyroid uptake test definitive in identifying Grave's disease?
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What should I do about a person that has grave's disease with swollen legs?
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