Definition Thyroxicosis is a hypermetabolic state occurring when there is an overabundance of circulating thyroid hormone (T3/T4). The condition has several common causes including Graves’ Disease, thyroid nodule, thyroiditis, amiodarone, and post-partum thyroiditis. Treatment begins with antithyroid medications followed by potentially surgical excision or radioactive iodine therapy. Antithyroid agents Thyrostatic medications (carbimazole, methimazole, propylthiouracil) inhibit […]