Can hyperthyroidism be cured?

Hyperthyroidism can be cured, and this mainly depends on the treatment method, individual differences, and whether the patient complies with the treatment. The treatment methods for hyperthyroidism mainly include medication, surgery, and isotope therapy. Medications such as methimazole and propylthiouracil can inhibit the thyroid's production of thyroid hormones, thereby controlling the condition. However, the treatment period is relatively long, and the recurrence rate is high. Isotope therapy involves taking iodine-131 to destroy thyroid tissue. Although it can achieve a permanent cure in one session, it may cause hypothyroidism, requiring long-term replacement therapy. Surgery is suitable for patients with significant goiter accompanied by compressive symptoms or thyroid cancer. Patients with hyperthyroidism should choose an appropriate treatment method based on their individual conditions under a doctor's guidance and actively cooperate with treatment to improve the cure rate.