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Thyroid Storm- Dangers, Prevention

and Treatment                             

The therapeutic options for thyroid storm are the same as those for uncomplicated hyperthyroidism, except that the drugs are given in higher doses and more frequently. In addition, full support of the patient in an intensive care unit is essential, since the mortality rate of thyroid storm is substantial.

The therapeutic regimen typically consists of multiple medications, each of which has a different mechanism of action:

  • A beta-blocker to control the symptoms induced by increased adrenergic tone.
  • A thionamide, such as methimazole, to block new hormone synthesis.
  • An iodinated radiocontrast agent to inhibit the peripheral conversion of T4 to T3.
  • An iodine solution to block the release of thyroid hormone.
  • Glucocorticoids to reduce T4-to-T3 conversion and possibly treat the autoimmune process in Graves' disease.
  • Acetaminophen is the drug of choice, as aspirin may displace thyroid hormone from binding sites and increase severity of thyroid storm.

 

  • Cooling blankets, ice packs, and alcohol sponges encourage dissipation of heat. Use of a cooled humidified oxygen tent is advised.
 

To read about more alternative methods about thyroid diseases, check my other articles here:

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 About the author: Svetla Bankova is an author of "Life Manual for Graves' Disease and Hyperthyroidism"- a book, based not only  on her experience as a former Graves' Disease patient but also her research as a psychologist. This is  only book that explains step by step how and why Graves' Disease came to your life, the cause and specific steps for alternative treatment of Graves' disease. The book provides also specific steps how she cured her Graves' Disease, numerous practical exercises, recipes for herbal compresses, how to use flax seed oil and many other supplements that will improve your condition tremendously.

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