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(T38.2) Poisoning: antithyroid drugs
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94 446 in individuals diagnosis poisoning: antithyroid drugs confirmed
Diagnosis poisoning: antithyroid drugs is diagnosed Women are 8.73% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis poisoning: antithyroid drugs
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis poisoning: antithyroid drugs
0 (less than 0.1%)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease poisoning: antithyroid drugs - Men and Women aged 0-5
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-89, 95+
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 90-94Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
Disease Features poisoning: antithyroid drugs
Absence or low individual and public risk
Poisoning: antithyroid drugs - what does this mean
Poisoning by antithyroid drugs occurs when someone takes an excessive amount of antithyroid medications, such as methimazole or propylthiouracil, which are used to treat hyperthyroidism. overdose of these drugs can lead to an accumulation of the drug in the body, resulting in symptoms such as nausea, vomiting, headache, dizziness, confusion, and difficulty breathing.
What happens during the disease - poisoning: antithyroid drugs
Poisoning with antithyroid drugs is caused by an overdose of medications that are used to treat hyperthyroidism. these drugs work by blocking the production of thyroid hormones, which can lead to a variety of symptoms, including fatigue, weight gain, constipation, and depression. in severe cases, the overdose can cause a form of thyroid storm, which can lead to confusion, coma, and even death.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests
- Urine tests
- Skin tests
- Imaging tests
- Liver function tests
- Thyroid function tests
- Antithyroid drug levels tests
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: Treating Poisoning
- Administering antithyroid drugs to reduce the amount of thyroid hormones in the body.
- Monitoring the patient's vital signs and symptoms of poisoning.
- Providing nutritional support to help the body recover from the effects of poisoning.
- Providing supportive care to the patient, such as oxygen therapy and fluids.
- Administering medications to reduce inflammation and swelling in the affected area.
- Monitoring the patient for any adverse reactions to the antithyroid drugs.
- Conducting regular blood tests to monitor the patient's thyroid hormone levels.
- Providing education to the patient and family about the effects of poisoning and the importance of following the treatment plan.
9 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Poisoning: antithyroid drugs - Prevention
The best way to prevent poisoning from antithyroid drugs is to take them only as prescribed by a doctor and to avoid taking them in higher doses or for longer periods of time than recommended. it is also important to store these drugs in a secure, dry location, and to avoid sharing them with others.