Common Thyroid Disorders In Male Patients

Graves' Disease

Yes, there's an autoimmune disease for everything! One that affects the thyroid? Graves' disease! This causes antibodies to attack the thyroid gland and produce much, much more hormone than it should. This means it'll result in hyperthyroidism! Men, you're going to be irritable. Other signs are trembling hands, weight loss, a fast heart rate, fatigue, muscle weakness, and diarrhea. But there's so, so much more to be on the lookout for.

So, men, you need to talk to a doctor! If you've got Graves' disease, you'll need to take antithyroid meds and radioactive iodine. Thyroid surgery is a clear option too, as are corticosteroids and beta-blockers. And when your eyes are affected? Eye surgery is necessary, and you may need prisms in your glasses. Don't knock cold compresses on the eyes either!