Hyperthyroidism Flashcards
What is the most common cause of Hyperthyroidism
Graves
What 2 signs is most associated with Graves
Exophthalmos
Pretibial Myxoedema
What is the 2nd most common cause of Hyperthyroidism
Toxic Multinodular Goitre (thyroid neoplasia)
Who is generally affected in a toxic multinodular goitre
Females of older age
What type of thyroiditis occurs post viral infection?
E.g. Flu, mumps
De Quevain’s Thyroiditis
What are the 7 symptoms / signs of Hyperthyroidism
Warm Intolerance
Warm skin
Palpitations
Tremor
Goitre
Exopthalmos
Weight loss
What are 3 complications that can arise from a Hyperthyroidism
AF
Cardiomyopathy
Osteoporosis
What is the treatment for Hyperthyroidism (2)
Carbimazole => Reduces T3/T4
Radioactive Iodine Ablation
What are the BT results of Hyperthyroidism
TSH:
T3:
T4:
TSH : Low
T3 : High
T4 : High