Thyroid Problems (cont.)
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- Thyroid Problems Overview
- Thyroid Problems Causes
- Thyroid Problems Symptoms
- When to Seek Medical Care
- Exams and Tests
- Thyroid Problems Treatment
- Medications
- Surgery
- Next Steps
- Follow-up
- Prevention
- Outlook
- Synonyms and Keywords
- Authors and Editors
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Prevention
There is no known way to prevent hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism.
Outlook
Most people with either hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism, with proper diagnosis and treatment, can control their condition with no long-term effects. However, those with undiagnosed disease may progress to coma or thyrotoxic crisis, with death rates approaching 50%.
Grave's eye disease has been treated with corticosteroid medication, radiotherapy, and surgery with varying success.
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