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Graves' Disease

Also called: Toxic Diffuse Goiter, Diffuse Thyrotoxic Goiter

- Summary
- About Graves' disease
- Risk factors and causes
- Signs and symptoms
- Diagnosis and treatment
- Questions for your doctor

Reviewed By:
Robert Cooper, M.D., FACE

Questions for your doctor on Graves' disease

Preparing questions in advance can help patients have more meaningful discussions with their physicians regarding their conditions. Patients may wish to ask their doctor the following questions about Graves' disease:

  1. What are the first signs that I may have Graves' disease?

  2. How will you diagnose my Graves' disease?

  3. Do I need to do anything to prepare for blood tests or imaging tests?

  4. What is the likely source of my Graves' disease?

  5. Do I have Graves' ophthalmopathy?

  6. Do I have Graves' dermopathy?

  7. What are my treatment options? What are the pros and cons of these treatments?

  8. How long will I need to take medication?

  9. Will I need to take a thyroid supplement for the rest of my life?

  10. What is my long-term prognosis?

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Review Date: 10-24-2008

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