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What is the pathophysiology for thyroid storm?

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Endocrine System: thyroid storm is a severe case of hyperthyroidism.

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  1. An episode of extreme hypertension, increased heart rate, and body temperaturecaused by an increase in blood levels of thyroxine. Either by an overdose of thyroid replacment medication or by a diseased endocrine system causing an increase in TSH. Treated by lowering heart rate and blood pressure with drugs to prevent seizures or an evolving stroke.

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