Is Grave's disease hereditary?

Graves disease is thought to result from a combination of genetic and environmental factors. ... In people with Graves disease, the immune system creates a protein (antibody) called thyroid-stimulating immunoglobulin (TSI). TSI signals the thyroid to increase its production of hormones abnormally. read more

Graves disease affects about 1 in 200 people. The disease occurs more often in women than in men, which may be related to hormonal factors. Graves disease is the most common cause of thyroid overactivity (hyperthyroidism) in the United States. read more

First described by Sir Robert Graves in the early 19th century, Graves' disease is one of the most common of all thyroid problems. It is also the leading cause of hyperthyroidism, a condition in which the thyroid gland produces excessive hormones. read more

Dr. Mutnick responded: Graves' disease. Because a family history of '}" track_event="topic_hyperlink_clicked">graves' disease</a> is a known risk factor, there is likely a gene or genes that can make a person more susceptible to the disorder. read more