The treatment of hyperthyroidism needs to be decided according to the patient’s own situation, surgery and iodine treatment are different treatment programs for different patients, there is no one better than the other, only which treatment is more suitable for the patient, it is recommended to consult a doctor. Suitable for surgery are as follows: for patients with significant thyroid enlargement greater than 80g; patients with breathing and swallowing difficulties caused by thyroid enlargement compressing the trachea and esophagus; patients with moderate to severe hyperthyroidism that is not effectively treated with medication; patients with malignant thyroid enlargement suspected by fine-needle aspiration; surgery is forbidden for pregnant women between 1 and 3 months or between 7 and 9 months of age. Suitable for iodine treatment in the following cases: patients with 2nd degree enlargement of the thyroid gland; patients with contraindications to surgery or recurrence after surgical treatment; patients with heart disease, liver and kidney function impairment. Iodine treatment is prohibited for pregnant and breastfeeding women. Hyperthyroidism is recommended to go to the hospital in time, and the doctor will analyze the patient’s situation and choose a suitable treatment plan for the patient.