Thyroid gland clinical Flashcards

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Q

What is the cause of hypothyroidism?

A
  • atrophic thyroiditis
  • Hashimoto thyroiditis(englarged thyroid)
  • Thyroid peroxidase antibodies present (TPO Abs
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2
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How is hypothyroidism treated?

A

Levothyroxine

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What are some of the causes of thyrotoxicosis?

A
  • Grave’s disease
  • Toxic thyroid nodule
  • Unregulated TSH excess(pituitary tumor)
  • HCG mediated hyperthyroidism
  • Excess thyroid hormone medication
  • Thyroiditis
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How is hyperthyroidism treated?

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  • Medical: carbimazole& Propylthiouracil
  • Radio iodine (avoid in thyroid eye disease)
  • surgery
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