TABLE 3

Hyperthyroidism signs and symptoms

Common findingsLess-common findings
Palpitations, atrial fibrillationElevated alkaline phosphatase, elevated aminotransferases, or both
Weight loss, often despite increased appetiteSyncope or presyncope
AnxietyPeriodic paralysis
Heat intoleranceThymus enlargement
TremorNormochromic normocytic anemia
Increased frequency of bowel movementsPretibial myxedema
Shortness of breath
Lighter menstrual periods
Erectile dysfunction, decreased libido
Hair loss (scalp and lateral eyebrows)
Proptosis, lid lag, chemosis
  • Based on information from reference 4.