Endocrinology & Diabetes — Flashcards

Decreased tendon reflexes are associated with _____thyroidism

_____ hypothyroidism is characterised by inappropriately low/normal TSH levels and low T4

Hoarse voice is associated with _____thyroidism

When first starting levothyroxine, _____ should be monitored every 3 months. Once stable, the TSH level should be checked every year

Hint: Ix

Exophthalmos, diplopia and inability to close eyelids completely in a patient who smokes and has Grave's disease is suggestive of _____

Hint: what condition?

What is the management of hypothyroidism in women who are pregnant, planning a pregnancy, treated with T4 during pregnancy or diagnosed with postpartum thyroiditis? _____

Thyroid _____ testing should be considered in patients with suspected autoimmune thyroiditis

Dry skin is associated with _____thyroidism

Bradycardia is associated with _____thyroidism

_____ is the inactive pro-hormone produced by the thyroid gland. It is converted into the active hormone T3 in the periphery