Endocrine Flashcards
Hyperthyroidism can be autoimmune- what is it known as?
Graves disease
What are the symptoms of hyperthyroidism? (8)
Sweating Poor sleep Palpitations Increased apatite Goitre Weight loss Eye disease Warm skin
Low or high TSH/T3/T4 for hyperthyroidism?
LOW TSH, HIGH T3&T4
What drugs would someone be on for hyperthyroidism?
Carbimazole
Beta blockers
Radioactive Iodine I131
Symptoms of hypothyroidism? (6)
Goitre Weight gain Puffy face Large tongue Cold intolerance Hair loss
Low or high TSH/T3/T4 for hypothyroidism?
HIGH TSH, LOW T3&T4
What drugs for someone with hypothyroidism?
Thyroxine (T4)
Levothyroxine
What is Goitre?
Thyroid mass
May have difficulty swallowing and breathing
Lymph node enlargement
What side effects does Carbamazole have?
Neutropenia, taste disturbance
What side effects does Goitre have?
lymphadenopathy
Having too much corticosteroid?
Cushings
Not having enough corticosteroid?
Addisons disease
What might happen if hypothyroidism isnt cured?
Coma
Hyperthermia
What are signs of Addisons disease? (Acute)
Vomiting
Shock
Hypoglycaemia
Abdominal pain
What oral signs can you see in Addisons disease?
Hyperpigmentation
