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    The thyroid gland produces thyroid hormones that regulate the body's metabolism. Thyroid storm is a life-threatening emergency that occurs when thyroid hormone levels become very high, causing a marked elevation in body temperature and symptoms affecting multiple organ systems. It is typically precipitated by untreated hyperthyroidism combined with stresses like infections, surgery, or heart problems. Treatment involves stabilizing vital organs, reducing thyroid hormone levels, and treating any underlying conditions. With early and aggressive care, the prognosis for thyroid storm can be improved.

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    The thyroid gland produces thyroid hormones that regulate the body's metabolism. Thyroid storm is a life-threatening emergency that occurs when thyroid hormone levels become very high, causing a marked elevation in body temperature and symptoms affecting multiple organ systems. It is typically precipitated by untreated hyperthyroidism combined with stresses like infections, surgery, or heart problems. Treatment involves stabilizing vital organs, reducing thyroid hormone levels, and treating any underlying conditions. With early and aggressive care, the prognosis for thyroid storm can be improved.

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    The thyroid gland produces thyroid hormones that regulate the body's metabolism. Thyroid storm is a life-threatening emergency that occurs when thyroid hormone levels become very high, causing a marked elevation in body temperature and symptoms affecting multiple organ systems. It is typically precipitated by untreated hyperthyroidism combined with stresses like infections, surgery, or heart problems. Treatment involves stabilizing vital organs, reducing thyroid hormone levels, and treating any underlying conditions. With early and aggressive care, the prognosis for thyroid storm can be improved.

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    Thyroid Storm

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    Anjelika Eurelle Caliboso Mapili
    The thyroid gland produces thyroid hormones that regulate the body's metabolism. Thyroid storm is a life-threatening emergency that occurs when thyroid hormone levels become very high, causing a marked elevation in body temperature and symptoms affecting multiple organ systems. It is typically precipitated by untreated hyperthyroidism combined with stresses like infections, surgery, or heart problems. Treatment involves stabilizing vital organs, reducing thyroid hormone levels, and treating any underlying conditions. With early and aggressive care, the prognosis for thyroid storm can be improved.

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    Located at the front part of the neck, the thyroid gland is responsible for making substances (thyroid hormones)

    essential for all body cells to work properly. In certain conditions, the thyroid becomes over-active and produces too much thyroid hormone in the body, a state called hyperthyroidism. People with hyperthyroidism have problems from over-activity of several organs, resulting in symptoms such as sweating, feeling hot, rapid heartbeats, weight loss, and sometimes eye problems. When thyroid hormone levels become very high, the symptoms worsen and can result in a serious condition called thyroid storm or thyrotoxic crisis. One major sign of thyroid storm that differentiates it from oridnary hyperthyroidism is a marked elevation of body temperature, which may be as high as 105-106 F (40.5-41.1 C). Thyroid storm is unusual, but is a life-threatening emergency when it does occur. People experiencing symptoms of thyroid storm should be promptly taken to an emergency department.

    CAUSES Thyroid storm can be considered to be an extreme degree of hyperthyroidism and typically occurs in an individual with untreated hyperthyroidism. Precipitating factors, including trauma and stresses, have been identified, including: Infections, especially of the lung Thyroid surgery in patients with overactive thyroid gland Stopping medications given for hyperthyroidism Too high dose of thyroid hormone replacement Treatment with radioactive iodine Pregnancy Heart attack or cardiac emergencies

    SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS Rapid heart beats (palpitations) Greatly increased body temperature Chest pain Shortness of breath Anxiety and irritability Disorientation Increased sweating Weakness Heart failure

    Thyroid Storm Diagnosis


    The following tests are usually performed to diagnose thyroid storm: blood cell count, electrolyte levels, blood sugar level, liver function, and thyroid hormone levels.

    Thyroid Storm Treatment


    People experiencing thyroid storm are not able to function normally. Thyroid storm is always a medical emergency. People experiencing symptoms of thyroid storm should be taken to the closest hospital, because thyroid storm is a life-threatening condition.

    Thyroid Storm Medical Treatment


    Treatment of thyroid storm consists of life support measures to support vital organ function along with attempts to reduce thyroid hormone release. A complete evaluation to determine the cause of thyroid storm will also be carried out along with treatment of underlying or precipitating diseases or conditions. Treatment and supportive measures can include: A complete evaluation to determine the cause of thyroid storm Intravenous fluids and electrolytes Oxygen if needed Fever control with antipyretics (fever-reducing medications) and if needed cooling blankets Intravenous corticosteroids such ashydrocortisone Medications to block the production of thyroid hormones, such as propylthiouracil(PTU) or methimazole (Northyx, Tapazole) Iodide to block thyroid hormone release Drugs called beta-blockers, such aspropranolol (Inderal) to block the action of thyroid hormones on the body Treatment of heart failure if present

    Thyroid Storm Follow-up


    Following the start of treatment, careful monitoring is necessary, usually in the intensive care unit. Following recovery from thyroid storm, options for definitive treatment include radioactive iodine or antithyroid medications. Surgery to remove the thyroid gland is rarely needed. Follow-up with the doctor after discharge is important to monitor the thyroid condition and formulate a plan for curative treatment.

    Thyroid Storm Prognosis


    Thyroid storm is a very serious condition that can result in death. Early and aggressive treatment can improve the outcome

    Prevention: Thyroid storm can be prevented with early treatment of hyperthyroidism and recognition of the warning symptoms of thyroid storm.

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