Hello everyone!I'm your old friend Lao Zhang. Recently I heard that many people have compared hyperthyroidism to a terminal illness, which makes us feel terrified and helpless. Actually, hyperthyroidism is not as scary as you think.
First of all, I want to tell you that hyperthyroidism is not scary. When we detect and intervene appropriately in time, it can be mitigated very quickly. However, if we ignore the body's warning signs, hyperthyroidism can have serious consequences.
Arrhythmias are one of the common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. If hyperthyroidism lasts for a long time, it can lead to atrial fibrillation, heart failure, and even sudden cardiac death. Therefore, once there is a case of arrhythmia, we should seek help as soon as possible.
Wasting is also a symptom of hyperthyroidism. Hyperthyroidism causes excessive secretion of thyroid hormones, resulting in a hypermetabolic state, which may lead to loss of appetite in severe cases. If energy intake is insufficient, the body will gradually lose weight. Therefore, if you suddenly experience unexplained weight loss, you should be alert to the possibility of hyperthyroidism. 
Finally, I would like to remind you of the problem of exophthalmos. If hyperthyroidism is not effectively controlled, some patients may develop hyperthyroidism, which can affect sleep and may even lead to blindness in severe cases. Therefore, once the symptoms of proptosis appear, we should seek help as soon as possible.
As a TCM practitioner, Dr. Zhang, I hope that I can help you through my popular science. I will do my best to protect your thyroid health. Let's face hyperthyroidism together so that it will no longer be a problem for you. 