What are the signs for over active thyroid?

Signs of an overactive thyroid, also known as hyperthyroidism, can include:

- Nervousness, anxiety and irritability

- Heat intolerance

- Increased sweating

- Weight loss or difficulty gaining weight

- Rapid heartbeat

- Shortness of breath

- Muscle weakness

- Fatigue

- Difficulty sleeping

- Increased appetite

- Frequent bowel movements

- Tremor

- Changes in menstrual cycles

- Goiter (enlarged thyroid gland)

- Exophthalmos (bulging eyes)