Endocrinology & Diabetes — Flashcards

Thyroid scintigraphy: _____ nodules are more likely to be malignant → FNA recommended Hot (hyperfunctioning) nodules are more likely to be benign → FNA NOT recommended

Lethargy is associated with _____thyroidism

Postpartum thyroiditis presents with a _____ goitre

Hint: Non-/tender

Hair loss is associated with _____thyroidism

Hypothyroidism can cause _____ due to compensatory release of TRH from the hypothalamus

What is the initial screening test for hypothyroidism? _____

What is the confirmatory test for primary hypothyroidism following an abnormal TSH? _____

Worsening of thyroid eye disease from radioiodine can be reduced with _____

Hint: what medication?

25-40% of people with _____ disease experience thyroid eye disease

_____ can cause hypothyroidism

Hint: What psychiatric medication