Hyperthyroidism with Palpitations
Thyroid Disorders Sreedevi•Gender: Female•Age: 34 years (Adult)• Chronicity: 1 year
Presenting Complaints & History
- Resting palpitations and rapid heart rate (tachycardia)
- Rapid weight loss (7 kg in 6 months)
- Intense heat intolerance and profuse sweating
- Fine tremors in both hands
- Anxiety, loquacity, and insomnia
Clinical Assessment
Diagnosed with Graves' disease. Refused radioactive iodine therapy, seeking conservative management to control cardiac and nervous symptoms.
Diagnostic Investigations: TSH <0.01 uIU/mL; Free T3 of 8.2 pg/mL; Free T4 of 3.1 ng/dL; ECG showing sinus tachycardia (112 bpm).
Homeopathic Therapeutics & Management
Lachesis Muta for loquacity, heat aggravation, and palpitations, alternated with Iodum to address weight loss.
Lifestyle & Nutritional Support
Elimination of caffeine and iodized salt; daily meditation and cooling foods like coconut water.
Clinical Outcome
Follow-up Period: 8 months- Thyroid hormones stabilized: TSH at 2.1 uIU/mL; FT3/FT4 in normal range
- Resting heart rate fell from 112 bpm to 76 bpm; ECG normal
- Resolution of hand tremors and sleep disturbances
- Regained 5 kg of healthy weight
✓Medically reviewed by Dr. Navaneeth K. Unni
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