Hypothyroidism VS. Hyperthyroidism

The thyroid gland produces hormones and is shaped like a butterfly. Triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4) are two hormones that govern metabolism, assist your heart, brain, and other organs operating, and affect practically every cell in your body. The pituitary gland in the brain controls the thyroid. Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) is a hormone produced by this gland that tells the thyroid to manufacture more T3 and T4. The thyroid can generate too little or too much T3 and T4 when any portion of this system is injured or dysfunctional. This might result in a variety of symptoms across the body. Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid is underactive and generates insufficient hormones. Hyperthyroidism, on the other hand, occurs when the thyroid is hyperactive and generates an excessive amount of hormone. The causes, symptoms, and therapies for these two thyroid illnesses differ.