Hot flashes, trembling, nervousness, or rapid heartbeat: Graves' disease is an autoimmune disorder with many symptoms and significant distress. The thyroid gland is attacked by antibodies, becomes inflamed, and thickens, with women suffering from the disease about five times more often than men. Dr. Rieger provides comprehensive and well-founded information on how to effectively treat hyperthyroidism. In addition to conventional medical measures - thyroid blockers, beta-blockers, radioiodine therapy, and surgical removal - he demonstrates how various remedies from traditional medicine can be effectively used for self-help. Valuable tips and information on treatment options help those affected restore balance to their thyroid.