Explain the Hypersecretion (Hyperthyroidism) Or Thyrotoxicosis

This condition generally occurs in adult life. This is commonly caused by hyperplasia of the gland and is called 'Grave's Disease'. Anti-thyroid antibodies (one such antibody is LATS or long acting thyroid substance) interact with thyroid follicular cells to cause an over secretion of thyroid gland. There is an increased mental and physical activity in the patient.

The body temperature is above normal. There may or may not be exopthalmus, that is, the protrusion of the eyeball. The patient is nervous, restless, provocative and ready to pick up quarrel on trivial issues. His handshake is warm but wet. Due to increased BMR, heart rate and BP is high with lots of sweating.