Autoimmune Flashcards
1
Q
Difference between hashimoto goiter and graves goiter
A
Hashimoto goiter is irregular
2
Q
Hashimoto’s thyroiditis
A
Immune destruction of thyroid gland causes hypothyroidism
N/H TSH
L free T4
Anti-TPO
Anti-Tg
Increased iodine consumption
3
Q
Graves’ Disease
A
Thyroid disorder causing hyperthyroidism
TRAbs
L TSH
H FT4
Anti-TPO & Anti-Tg
Older women
Bulging eyes
4
Q
Type 1 Diabetes Mellitus
A
Endocrine disorder hyperglycemia destruction of B cells in pancreas insulin deficiency