Hyperthyroidism

People with hyperthyroidism have a higher risk of osteoporosis, or thinning bones. To help keep your bones strong, make sure you get enough calcium and vitamin D. Ask your health care provider how much you should get each day.

If you have Graves' ophthalmopathy (bulging eyes), wearing sunglasses, putting cool, wet compresses over your eyes, and using lubricating eye drops can help ease discomfort.

Thyroid Nodules

If your thyroid nodules were drained but came back, they may need to be removed. Let your health care provider know if you find any new nodules.

Thyroid Cancer

After treatment for thyroid cancer, you will need monitoring for many years. Your health care provider will decide which tests are needed and how often, based on the type of cancer you had.

Last Reviewed and Updated: October 2026 
By: AGS/HiAF Public Education Committee, HealthinAging.org Content Reviewers