Hyperthyroxinemia
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| Hyperthyroxinemia | |
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| Synonyms | |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Elevated levels of thyroxine (T4) in the blood |
| Complications | Thyrotoxicosis, cardiovascular disease |
| Onset | |
| Duration | |
| Types | |
| Causes | Thyroid hormone resistance, Graves' disease, thyroiditis, exogenous intake of thyroid hormone |
| Risks | |
| Diagnosis | Blood test measuring free thyroxine (FT4) and thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) |
| Differential diagnosis | Hyperthyroidism, euthyroid sick syndrome |
| Prevention | |
| Treatment | Address underlying cause, beta blockers for symptom control |
| Medication | |
| Prognosis | Depends on underlying cause |
| Frequency | |
| Deaths | |
Hyperthyroxinemia is a medical condition characterized by an abnormally high level of thyroxine in the blood. This condition can be caused by various factors, including hyperthyroidism, thyroiditis, and certain medications.
Causes[edit | edit source]
Hyperthyroxinemia can be caused by a number of factors, including:
- Hyperthyroidism: This is a condition in which the thyroid gland produces too much thyroxine. It can be caused by Graves' disease, toxic multinodular goiter, or thyroid adenoma.
- Thyroiditis: This is inflammation of the thyroid gland. It can cause the release of excess thyroxine into the blood.
- Medications: Certain medications, such as amiodarone and lithium, can cause hyperthyroxinemia.
Symptoms[edit | edit source]
The symptoms of hyperthyroxinemia can vary depending on the underlying cause, but may include:
- Rapid heart rate
- Weight loss
- Increased appetite
- Nervousness and anxiety
- Tremors
- Sweating
- Changes in menstrual patterns
Diagnosis[edit | edit source]
Hyperthyroxinemia is diagnosed through blood tests that measure the levels of thyroxine and thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) in the blood. Additional tests may be needed to determine the underlying cause of the condition.
Treatment[edit | edit source]
Treatment for hyperthyroxinemia depends on the underlying cause. It may include medication to reduce the production of thyroxine, surgery to remove part or all of the thyroid gland, or radioactive iodine therapy.
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