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Postgraduate Medicine: The Many 'faces' Of Graves' Disease
The many 'faces' of graves' disease. Part 1. Eyes, pulse, skin, and neck provideimportant clues to diagnosis. Clinical faces of graves' disease.
http://www.postgradmed.com/issues/1999/10_01_99/felz.htm

Extractions: Michael W. Felz, MD; Peter P. Stein, MD VOL 106 / NO 4 / OCTOBER 1, 1999 / POSTGRADUATE MEDICINE CME learning objectives This page is best viewed with a browser that supports tables Part 2 of this article, which focuses on practical diagnostic testing and management of Graves' disease, will appear in the October 15 issue. Preview : Graves' disease can cause a baffling variety of symptoms that challenge the diagnostic skills of even the most experienced clinician. In the first part of this two-part article, Drs Felz and Stein discuss distinctive features of this unique disorder and describe patients with memorable "faces" of Graves' disease. Part 2, which focuses on practical diagnostic testing and management of Graves' disease, will appear in the October 15 issue.
Hyperthyroidism/Graves' Disease
Comprehensive, annotated links to websites on graves' disease, Hyperthyroidismand Thyroid Eye disease, from thyroid guide, Mary Shomon.
http://thyroid.about.com/cs/hyperthyrdgraves/
MayoClinic
Signs and symptoms, causes, diagnosis, treatment and selfcare of graves' disease.
http://www.mayohealth.org/home?id=5.1.1.7.7
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From The Thyroid Society. Article on President Bush's graves' disease diagnosis and treatment. Overview Category Health Conditions and diseases graves disease Eighteen months before the President's ordeal, Barbara Bush was alsodiagnosed with graves' disease. Unlike her husband, she also
http://the-thyroid-society.org/graves2.html
Dr. Koop
Dr. Nancy Snyderman explains this disease.
http://www.drkoop.com/dyncon/article.asp?at=&id=6459
Untitled
What is graves' disease? In graves' disease, the body produces antibodieswhich make the thyroid gland produce too much thyroid hormone.
http://the-thyroid-society.org/faq/07.html
Graves' Eye Disease (Opthalmopathy) | Thyroid Eye Disese | Graves' Hyperthyroidi
Learn about clinical features and treatment for this condition also known as thyroid eye disease (TED) or graves' Opthalmopathy (GO). From the Thyroid Foundation of Canada.
http://www.thyroid.ca/Guides/HG07.html

Extractions: Graves' eye disease is an eye condition which occurs in about 50% of patients who currently have, or have had, Graves' hyperthyroidism. However, approximately 10% of patients who have this eye disorder never develop hyperthyroidism. The reasons for the association of hyperthyroidism with the eye disease are unknown. Graves' eye disease, like Graves' hyperthyroidism and Hashimoto's thyroiditis, is an autoimmune disorder. It is caused by the reaction of antibodies and certain white blood cells called lymphocytes, with proteins in eye muscle and the connective tissue and fat around the eyeball. This condition must be distinguished from the mild eye signs of "poppy" eyes and spasm of the eye lids which occur in most hyperthyroid patients due to an effect of excessive thyroid hormones. Top The characteristic features of Graves' eye disease are symptoms of inflammation of the eye tissues. The eyes are painful, red and watery - particularly in sunshine or wind. The covering of the eye is inflamed and swollen.
Graves' Disease
Frequently asked questions about graves' disease.Category Health Conditions and diseases graves diseaseSearch our database by Health Topic or enter your own keywords. graves'disease. What is graves disease? graves' disease is a type
http://www.4woman.gov/faq/graves.htm

Extractions: What could happen if this disease is left untreated? See also . . . Graves' Disease is a type of autoimmune disease in which the immune system over stimulates the thyroid gland, causing hyperthyroidism . Over-activity of the thyroid gland is also sometimes called "diffuse toxic goiter." The thyroid gland helps set the rate of metabolism (the rate at which the body uses energy), and when it is over-stimulated, it produces more thyroid hormones than the body needs. High levels of thyroid hormones can cause difficult side effects. This is an extremely rare disease that tends to affect women over the age of 20. The incidence is about 5 in 10,000 people. An autoimmune disease occurs when the body's immune system becomes misdirected and attacks the very organs, cells, or tissues that it was designed to protect. About 75% of autoimmune diseases occur in women, most frequently during their childbearing years. What are the symptoms of Graves' Disease?
Thionamides In The Treatment Of Graves' Disease
Recurrence of graves's disease is independent of thyroxine administrationafter medical therapy (abstract). Thyroid 1995; 5S70.
http://www.uptodate.com/patient_info/topicpages/topics/Thyroid/5541.asp

Extractions: ]. The latter effects are probably indirect, occurring because the decreased serum thyroid hormone concentrations secondarily reduce thyroid cellular activity, thereby reducing thyroidal antigen presentation to intrathyroidal T lymphocytes and diminishing thyrotropin (TSH)-receptor antibody production [ ]. The observation that perchlorate, an unrelated drug that competes with iodine for thyroidal uptake, also lowers TSH-receptor antibody production as the hyperthyroidism comes under control is compatible with the notion that decreased hormone production has immunomodulatory effects [
GravesEyeFile
Personal account of the progression of graves' Eye disease and surgeries to correct.
http://www.geocities.com/sumikolseki/GravesEyeFile.html

Extractions: My Progression of Thyroid Eye Disease Feb 1999 Sept 1999 Mar 2000 - "sumi, why are you're eyes buggin' out? i think you should go to a doctor..." Aug 2000 -whoa fatty lids Mar 2001 Mar 6th, 2002 - my poor right eye has no where to go :oP Mar 9th, 2002 Mar 18th, 2002 Apr 14th, 2002 May 2002 Graduation Jun 1999 - notice no fatty lids!... Fatty Decompression Surgery
Personal Struggle With Graves' Eye Disease
One person's struggle with graves' Ophthalmology.
http://www.geocities.com/sumikolseki/BiggestObstacle.html
Living With Graves' Disease
LIVING WITH graves' disease. Information for spouses, friends, relatives, bosses of people with graves' disease Click on link. For
http://home.velocitus.net/deecee/living.htm

Extractions: Click on link For patients, I believe these four factors are vital to coping with this disease constructively: SUPPORT INFORMATION FINDING THE RIGHT DOCTOR SELF-CARE 1. SUPPORT Graves' Disease brings a unique set of problems. Misconceptions about the disease and lack of understanding from others can leave the affected person feeling isolated and invalidated. For those who have moderate to severe forms of the eye disease, known as Graves' Ophthalmopathy or Thyroid Eye Disease (TED), these problems are compounded by the changes in physical appearance which damage self-esteem, especially as negative reactions from others become apparent. The result for the Graves' Disease patient may be that emotional support systems disintegrate at the time they are most needed. Support groups can make all the difference; but unfortunately, there are few availablethough the National Graves' Disease Foundation does have meetings in some cities (check the website for details).
Thyroid, Graves, Grave's Proptosis, Eyelid, Hyperthryoid, Synthroid In EyePlasti
Information on graves' ophthalmopathy from EyePlastics.
http://www.eyeplastics.com/thyroid_enter.htm
MedWebPlus Subject Graves' Disease
A free service to help you find health sciences information quickly and easily.graves' disease A, , GO, American Thyroid Association graves' disease.
http://www.medwebplus.com/subject/Graves'_Disease

Extractions: A GO American Thyroid Association Graves' Disease A GO FAQ Information: FAQ on Graves' Disease A GO National Graves' Disease Foundation (NGDF) A GO National Graves' Disease Foundation. Frequently Asked Questions About Graves' Disease A GO National Women's Health Information Center Graves' Disease A GO Thyroid Foundation of America. Your Thyroid: an Online Reference The Overactive Thyroid: Hyperthyroidism Caused by Graves' Disease (Diffuse Toxic Goiter) A GO Thyroid Foundation of Canada Graves' Eye Disease (Ophthalmopathy) (Health guides on thyroid disease ; no. 7) A GO Thyroid Foundation of Canada Graves' Hyperthyroidism (Thyrotoxicosis) (Health guides on thyroid disease ; no. 6)
MedWebPlus Web Site ID 14188
American Thyroid Association graves' disease. http//www.thyroid.org/patient/brochur3.htmUptime grade A. Usage grade Popularity N/A.
http://www.medwebplus.com/obj/14188
The Association Between Cigarette Smoking And Ocular Diseases
The association between cigarette smoking and ocular diseases such as graves' Ophthamopathy. From the Hong Kong Medical Journal.
http://www.hkmj.org.hk/hkmj/abstracts/v6n2/195.htm

Extractions: DATA SYNTHESIS: Cigarette smoking is an important risk factor for cardiovascular, respiratory, and malignant diseases. There is also a strong association between smoking and a number of common eye diseases, which include Graves' ophthalmopathy, age-related macular degeneration, glaucoma, and cataract. Despite the multifactorial aetiology of these ocular syndromes, smoking is an independent risk factor that has dose-response effects. It causes morphological and functional changes to the lens and retina due to its atherosclerotic and thrombotic effects on the ocular capillaries. Smoking also enhances the generation of free radicals and decreases the levels of antioxidants in the blood circulation, aqueous humour, and ocular tissue. Thus, the eyes are more at risk of having free-radical and oxidation attacks in smokers.
Graves Disease
Diary that discusses diagnosis and treatment of graves by a graves patient.
http://valkyrie.aarg.net/graves.html

Extractions: Friends with Graves Elaine Elaine is the author of Graves Disease, A Practical Guide. Elaine also has regular articles published at Suite 101 Pam Pam is a faithful contributor to the support group at Yahoo! Groups here is another great group at the Mediboard Network. Graves Disease: A practical Guide By: Elaine Moore The Thyroid Solution By Dr. Ridha Arem Buddhism Without Beliefs: A Contemporary Guide to Awakening By: Stephen Batchelor Mary's Shomon's Thyroid site on about.com Amercian Autoimmune Related Diseases Association" Elaine's column at Suite 101 Welcome to my new site, it has a better look and I have finally been able (mentally etc.) to face the work of the overhaul. I haven't got my personal Graves Disease Journal up here yet, but I am working on getting that back as well. To read the old site and my journal go here This site is meant to be a gateway. There is SO MUCH information about Graves Disease and I can not put it all here. I am just hoping to provide a place to start. One thing is, if you have been diagnosed, your best weapon is reading, reading and more reading! Any knowledge that you can gather about how this disease works and how to treat will help you in the long run. The doctors that generally treat Graves are called Endocrinologists. Many times they specialize in Diabetes, so they may not have all the newest information about Graves. This disease is not simple and it may be up to you to help educate your Doctor so you can receive the best treatment possible. This disease (and many others I'm sure) require that you be proactive in the healing process.
Graves' Disease
Also referred to as diffuse thyrotoxic goiter What is it? graves diseaseis the most common cause of overactive thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism).
http://www.labtestsonline.org/understanding/conditions/graves.html

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Thyroid Eye Disease
Review of graves' ophthalmopathy, including symptoms, treatments, information and resources.
http://thyroid.about.com/library/weekly/aa091399.htm?once=true&
Graves' Disease - DrDonnica.com - The First Name In Women's Health, Graves' Dise
Send to a Friend graves' disease. Q What is graves' disease? Dr. Donnicagraves' disease is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism.
http://www.drdonnica.com/display.asp?article=1648

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