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Are Hair Loss, Insomnia And Anxiety Symptoms Of Hyperthyroidism?

I think I may have hyperthyroidism??? I have lost about 10lbs, I am losing a lot of hair, I have insomnia, I anxious, I am having a hard time focusing and forgetting what I was doing, oh and my hands do shake and sometimes a lot of movement in my shaking. I have an appt. 12/20 is it ok to wait that long? What happens if it is untreated?
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Hello there. I have read through your question and would like to tell you that weight loss, anxiety, hair loss and tremors can be a sign of hyperthyroidism. You have to get a thyroid profile done to rule that out. If your symptoms are severe you should not delay visiting your physician. All your symptoms can also be due to severe anxiety . If your Thyroid profile is normal you should go for counselling for further treatment. I hope that answers your question. If you have any further questions please feel free to write. Thank you for choosing healthcare magic.
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Are Hair Loss, Insomnia And Anxiety Symptoms Of Hyperthyroidism?

Hello there. I have read through your question and would like to tell you that weight loss, anxiety, hair loss and tremors can be a sign of hyperthyroidism. You have to get a thyroid profile done to rule that out. If your symptoms are severe you should not delay visiting your physician. All your symptoms can also be due to severe anxiety . If your Thyroid profile is normal you should go for counselling for further treatment. I hope that answers your question. If you have any further questions please feel free to write. Thank you for choosing healthcare magic.