Overactive Thyroid or Hyperthyroidism

Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid): Causes

Pathogenesis (development of disease) The cause of hyperthyroidism is mostly Graves’ disease. As a result, too much T3 and T4 and too little TSH is found in the blood due to the formation of TSH receptor autoantibodies. In addition to Graves’ disease, thyroid autonomy (independent thyroid hormone production) due to iodine deficiency can also lead … Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid): Causes

Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid): Therapy

General measures In case of orbitopathy (protrusion of the eyeballs) – use artificial tears and tinted glasses with side shields if needed, and adopt a relatively upright sleeping position if possible; furthermore, the eyelids can be taped shut during sleep During radiological examinations (e.g., CT, angiography), iodine-containing contrast medium must not be administered because of … Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid): Therapy