Hyperthyroidism
ICD-10 Code
E05
Category
Endocrine
Hyperthyroidism
Definition
Overactivity of the thyroid gland resulting in overproduction of thyroid hormone and increased metabolic rate. Causes include diffuse hyperplasia of the thyroid gland (Graves' disease), single nodule in the thyroid gland, and thyroiditis. The symptoms are related to the increased metabolic rate and include weight loss, fatigue, heat intolerance, excessive sweating, diarrhea, tachycardia, insomnia, muscle weakness, and tremor.
Also known as overactive thyroid — per MONDO
Also identified as
- DOID 7998 per MONDO
- ICD9 242.90 per MONDO
- MESH D006980 per MONDO
- NCIT C3123 per MONDO
- SCTID 34486009 per MONDO
- UMLS C0020550 per MONDO
Affected Organs
| Organ | Involvement | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Craniocervical region | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Craniocervical region | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Endocrine gland | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Neck | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Neck | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Thyroid gland | Disease Has Associated Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |
| Thyroid gland | Disease Has Primary Anatomic Site | NCIT · CC BY 4.0 |