Endocrinology Flashcards
1
Q
29 year old woman
History of hypothyroidism
Weakness, particularly of her arms
Double vision towards the end of the day ( normal examination at the opticians )
A
Myasthenia gravis
2
Q
State the dosing of hydrocortisone and fludrocortisone in an Addison’s patient with intercurrent illness
A
Double the glucocorticoids, keep fludrocortisone dose the same.
3
Q
Patient with high BP and hypokalemia. Most appropriate investigation to request?
A
Renin-aldosterone ratio ( suspected primary hyperaldosteronism/ Conn’s syndrome )
- If medication needed, then use doxazosin before doing screening test.