Managing a Patient with Hyperthyroidism in Primary Care course for GPs

This session describes the causes, initial investigation and treatment options for patients who present to a general practitioner with hyperthyroidism.

This session was reviewed by Khyati Bakhai and last updated in February 2020.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this session you will be able to:

• Describe the natural history of Graves’ disease
• Differentiate the causes of hyperthyroidism
• Describe the two commonly used medications to treat hyperthyroidism
• Describe when to refer patients to secondary care
• Recognise the implications and complications of radioactive iodine treatment

In Europe, thyrotoxicosis affects around 1 in 2,000 people annually.

This session covers the causes, initial investigation and treatment options for patients who present with hyperthyroidism.