What is Primary Hyperthyroidism?

Primary Hyperthyroidism
Anti-CD31 immunohistochemical staining. a) Control group. b) Control group. c) Hyperthyroidism group. d) Hyperthyroidism group. e) Analysis of vessel density of fetal adrenal glands. Vessel density was higher in the hyperthyroidism group than in the control group. Arrows, CD31 positive cells. *P<0.05 compared with the control group. Scale bars: a,c) 50 µm; b,d) 20 µm.Effects of hyperthyroidism on expression of vascular endothelial growth factor (VEGF) and apoptosis in fetal adrenal glands. Karaca T, Hulya Uz Y, Karabacak R, Karaboga I, Demirtas S, Cagatay Cicek A - European journal of histochemistry : EJH (2015). Not Altered. CC.

Primary hyperthyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland is the source of abnormal thyroid hormone production.

What is the Pathology of Primary Hyperthyroidism?

The pathology of primary hyperthyroidism typically involves low TSH, high free T4, normal TRH stimulation test.

How does Primary Hyperthyroidism Present?

Patients with primary hyperthyroidism may present with cardiovascular issues such as tachycardia or atrial fibrillation, eyelid spasms, thyroidgoiters, and heat intolerance.

How is Primary Hyperthyroidism Diagnosed?

Primary hyperthyroidism is typically diagnosed by a blood test to measure TSH level.

How is Primary Hyperthyroidism Treated?

Primary hyperthyroidism is typically treated by anti-thyroid drugs.

What is the Prognosis of Primary Hyperthyroidism?

The prognosis of primary hyperthyroidism is good with symptoms starting to resolve within several weeks.