Endocrine Flashcards
1
Q
Symptoms of hyperthyroidism (9)
A
A goitre Hyperactivity Disturbed sleep Fatigue Increased appetite with unintentional weight loss Palpitations Anxiety Diarrhoea Heat intolerance
2
Q
Complications of hyperthyroidism (6)
A
Graves' orbitopathy Thyroid storm Pregnancy complications Reduced bone density AF Heart failure
3
Q
Risk factors for hyperthyroidism (4)
A
Co-existing autoimmune conditions
Family history
Smoking
Low iodine intake
4
Q
What is primary hyperthyroidism?
A
Condition arising from the thyroid gland itself rather than a pituitary or hypothalamic disorder
5
Q
Main cause of primary hyperthyroidism?
Describe this
A
Graves’
Autoimmune condition mediated by antibodies that stimulate TSH receptor
