Treatments for hyperthyroidism all involve reduction of the thyroid hormone levels.Which of those listed below is the most likely to do so by interfering with the synthesis of thyroid hormone without destroying viable thyroid gland tissue cells?
A)radioactive nucleotide
B)thyroidectomy
C)propylthiouracil and methimazole
D)beta-adrenergic receptor blockers
E)anti-inflammatory glucocorticoids

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Propylthiouracil and methimazole are both medications that inhibit the production of thyroid hormones by interfering with the synthesis process. They do not destroy viable thyroid gland tissue cells, unlike radioactive nucleotides or thyroidectomy. Beta-adrenergic receptor blockers and anti-inflammatory glucocorticoids are medications that can alleviate some of the symptoms of hyperthyroidism, but they do not directly reduce the levels of thyroid hormones in the body.

Treatments for Hyperthyroidism All Involve Reduction of the Thyroid Hormone