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Radioactive Iodine (RAI)/I-131 for Hyperthyroidism

Definition

Radioactive iodine (RAI) or I-131 therapy is a medical treatment used to manage hyperthyroidism, a condition characterized by an overactive thyroid gland producing excessive amounts of thyroid hormones. RAI therapy involves administering a small dose of radioactive iodine, which is selectively absorbed by the thyroid gland, leading to the destruction of overactive thyroid cells and a reduction in hormone production.