Thyroid Storm

Thyroid crisis, also called thyroid storm, is a rare but serious situation in which the activity of the thyroid gland rises in an extreme and uncontrolled way. It represents a medical emergency that puts the functioning of several organs at risk.

Common symptoms:

• High fever and intense sweating
• A very fast heartbeat
• Agitation, confusion, or disorientation
• Nausea, vomiting, or diarrhea

When to see a doctor? Because of how quickly it sets in, it requires immediate care in an emergency service; it is not a condition to observe at home.

Which specialist treats it? In the acute moment, the emergency physician steps in, while the endocrinologist handles the study and follow-up of the thyroid once the critical phase is over. At any suspicion, the safest thing is to seek a professional evaluation without delay.