Hyperthyroidism Flashcards

1
Q

What is the most common cause of Hyperthyroidism

A

Graves

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2
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What 2 signs is most associated with Graves

A

Exophthalmos

Pretibial Myxoedema

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3
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What is the 2nd most common cause of Hyperthyroidism

A

Toxic Multinodular Goitre (thyroid neoplasia)

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4
Q

Who is generally affected in a toxic multinodular goitre

A

Females of older age

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5
Q

What type of thyroiditis occurs post viral infection?

E.g. Flu, mumps

A

De Quevain’s Thyroiditis

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6
Q

What are the 7 symptoms / signs of Hyperthyroidism

A

Warm Intolerance
Warm skin

Palpitations
Tremor

Goitre
Exopthalmos

Weight loss

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7
Q

What are 3 complications that can arise from a Hyperthyroidism

A

AF

Cardiomyopathy

Osteoporosis

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8
Q

What is the treatment for Hyperthyroidism (2)

A

Carbimazole => Reduces T3/T4

Radioactive Iodine Ablation

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9
Q

What are the BT results of Hyperthyroidism

TSH:
T3:
T4:

A

TSH : Low

T3 : High

T4 : High

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