Explain the reasons why each of these signs and symptoms happen in Hyperthyroidism and Hypothyroidism.   Hyperthyroidism Hypothyroidism  Weight loss Weight gain Increases appetite  Decreased appetite  Increased sensitivity to heat Increased sensitivity to cold Diarrhea Constipation  Tachycardia  Bradycardia

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Explain the reasons why each of these signs and symptoms happen in Hyperthyroidism and Hypothyroidism.

 

Hyperthyroidism

Hypothyroidism 

Weight loss

Weight gain

Increases appetite 

Decreased appetite 

Increased sensitivity to heat

Increased sensitivity to cold

Diarrhea

Constipation 

Tachycardia 

Bradycardia

Increased hair and nail growth 

Hair loss and thin nails

Anxiety and irritability 

Depression 

Tremors 

Periorbital puffiness

Muscle weakness 

Deafness 

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