Hyperthyroid states are often difficult to manage medically. There are many potentially dangerous
comorbidities. In addition to this, in some cases underlying pathology triggering the hyperthyroid
state may be assessed and treated. This case-based discussion of Graves Hyperthyroidism will
discuss the pathogenesis, pharmacology, and assessment of underlying triggers.
Objectives:
- Describe the laboratory picture in Graves
- Describe common symptoms in Graves
- Describe the safety issues which must be followed
- Discuss common pharmaceutical approaches
- Discuss non-pharmaceutical approaches
- Describe common underlying comorbidity which may be present
