OVERVIEW OF HYPERTHYROIDISM DIAGNOSIS AND MANAGEMENT
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Keywords
hyperthyroidism, thyrotoxicosis, diagnosis of hyperthyroidism, thyroid storm, management of thyroid storm, anti-thyroid drugs, thyroidectomy.
Abstract
Background: Hyperthyroidism is characterized by increased metabolism resulting from an overabundance of thyroid hormone in the bloodstream. Numerous factors can contribute to its onset, with the most severe manifestation being a thyroid storm—an urgent endocrine emergency necessitating prompt intervention. Clinically, hyperthyroidism may manifest ambiguously, leading to erroneous diagnoses and improper treatment.
Aim: the aim is to comprehend the underlying mechanisms of hyperthyroidism, analyze its method of diagnosis, and acquire knowledge regarding various strategies for its management.
Methods: We conducted this review using a comprehensive search of PubMed and Google Scholar from 1997 through March 2023.
Conclusion: The text discusses the significance of thyroid hormone (TH) in regulating various physiological processes and its role in metabolism, growth, development, and nervous system function. It emphasizes the environmental factors affecting TH production and the necessity for precise regulation for proper thyroid gland development. The impact of external factors like stress and diet on thyroid hormone production is highlighted, with stress potentially contributing to thyroid dysregulation and thyroid cancer development. Hyperthyroidism can present with a wide range of symptoms and signs, affecting both the psychological and physiological aspects of an individual's health.
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Egbal Lateef Mefleh Al-Fadhli
General Medical Committee (GMC) – Dammam – Saudi Arabia
Wejdan Yahya Ahmed Hamoud
Qunfudah General Hospital - Al-Qunfudah – Saudi Arabia
Zainab Abdullah Saad Abdullah
Qunfudah General Hospital - Al-Qunfudah – Saudi Arabia
Munirah Mohammed Hefzallah
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Norah Mohammed Yahya Mobark
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Rawan Ibrahim Basheeri
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Ghason Ali A Torki
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