Hyperthyroidism may lead to rapid weight loss.
Hyperthyroidism, or hyperthyroidism, is a condition in which the body is in a state of high metabolism due to the thyroid gland synthesizing and releasing too much thyroid hormone.
The concentration of thyroid hormones in the body of patients with hyperthyroidism will increase, exceeding the normal value, the body will appear hypermetabolism, hypermetabolism can cause weight loss, the symptoms of thinness, so hyperthyroidism may be thin. In addition, patients with hyperthyroidism may also experience other symptoms such as tachycardia, fatigue, hand tremors, fear of heat, excessive sweating, insomnia, irritability, and hyperphagia.
In addition to hyperthyroidism, emaciation can also be seen in physiological states such as inadequate intake or disease states such as diabetes mellitus or malignant tumors.
Therefore, patients with symptoms of emaciation or suspected symptoms of hyperthyroidism are recommended to go to the hospital and be treated under the guidance of a doctor.