Description:
Thyroid storm is a life threatening condition that develops in cases of thyrotoxicosis (hyperthyroidism) are not treated.
Symptom
Symptoms are severe and may include:
- Agitation
- Changes in alertness (consciousness)
- Confusion
- Diarrhea
- Fever
- Heart beating (tachycardia)
- Fidget
- Trembling
- Sweating
Treatment
Thyroid storm can be overcome with medication, the other option is surgery to remove the thyroid gland or radioactive iodine administration.
Thyroid storm is a life threatening condition that develops in cases of thyrotoxicosis (hyperthyroidism) are not treated.
Symptom
Symptoms are severe and may include:
- Agitation
- Changes in alertness (consciousness)
- Confusion
- Diarrhea
- Fever
- Heart beating (tachycardia)
- Fidget
- Trembling
- Sweating
Treatment
Thyroid storm can be overcome with medication, the other option is surgery to remove the thyroid gland or radioactive iodine administration.