US Medical Term · conditions
Hyperthyroidism
Hipertiroidismo
In 9 languages
| Language | Term |
|---|---|
| English | Hyperthyroidism |
| Spanish (Español) | Hipertiroidismo |
| Chinese (中文) | 甲狀腺功能亢進 |
| Korean (한국어) | 갑상선기능항진증 |
| Vietnamese (Tiếng Việt) | Cường giáp |
| Filipino (Tagalog) | Hyperthyroidism |
| Portuguese (Português) | Hipertireoidismo |
| Thai (ภาษาไทย) | ภาวะไทรอยด์ทำงานมากเกินไป |
| Japanese (日本語) | 甲状腺機能亢進症 |
What it means
Hyperthyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormone, speeding up the body's metabolism. The most common cause is an autoimmune condition called Graves' disease. Symptoms include rapid or irregular heartbeat, weight loss despite increased appetite, heat intolerance, sweating, tremors, anxiety, and trouble sleeping. It is diagnosed with blood tests that measure thyroid hormone levels. If untreated, hyperthyroidism can lead to serious heart problems and bone loss. Treatment options include anti-thyroid medications, radioactive iodine therapy, or in some cases surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid gland.
How to say it
Sentences a patient might use with a doctor, nurse, pharmacist, or insurer:
I have hyperthyroidism and my heart has been racing even when I am resting.
Tengo hipertiroidismo y mi corazón ha estado latiendo muy rápido incluso cuando estoy en reposo.
My endocrinologist wants to discuss whether radioactive iodine is the right treatment for my hyperthyroidism.
Mi endocrinólogo quiere discutir si el yodo radiactivo es el tratamiento adecuado para mi hipertiroidismo.
I am pregnant and want to know how hyperthyroidism treatment is managed safely during pregnancy.
Estoy embarazada y quiero saber cómo se maneja de forma segura el tratamiento del hipertiroidismo durante el embarazo.
Where you'll see it
Related ICD-10-CM category
E05 Thyrotoxicosis [hyperthyroidism]Related terms
Sources
Last reviewed: September 2026