Episode Details

Hyperthyroidism explained, including causes of hyperthyroidism such as Grave's Disease and Toxic Multinodular Goitre! We also look at hyperthyroidism symptoms, as well as diagnosis and hyperthyroidism treatment

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Timestamps:
0:00 What is Hyperthyroidism?
0:27 Thyroid Hormone Physiology
2:00 Grave’s Disease
3:22 Toxic Multinodular Goitre
3:45  Other Causes of Hyperthyroidism 
5:10 Hyperthyroidism Symptoms
6:13 Thyroid Storm (Thyrotoxic Crisis) 
6:42 Hyperthyroidism Diagnosis
8:19 Hyperthyroidism Treatment

References

1. MSD Manuals, 2025. Hyperthyroidism – Endocrine and Metabolic Disorders / Thyroid Disorders. [online] Available at: https://www.msdmanuals.com/professional/endocrine-and-metabolic-disorders/thyroid-disorders/hyperthyroidism.
2. Geeky Medics, 2023. Thyrotoxicosis and hyperthyroidism. [online] Available at: https://geekymedics.com/thyrotoxicosis-and-hyperthyroidism/.
3. BMJ Best Practice, 2025. History & exam – Thyroid dysfunction. [online] Available at: https://bestpractice.bmj.com/topics/en-gb/32/history-exam.

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