Hyperthyroidism 2 Flashcards
1
Q
Labs reveal…?
A
Suppressed TSH, and elevated T4 + T3
2
Q
Imaging?
A
High RAI uptake.
3
Q
Graves symptomatic treatment?
A
Propanolol
4
Q
What do we give to patients whom are young with mild thyrotoxicosis or small goiters?
A
Methimazole or Propyl Thiouracil
5
Q
What treatment method destroys overactive thyroid tissue?
A
Radioactive Iodine
6
Q
Who can’t be put on RAI therapy?
A
Pregnant women
7
Q
How do we manage the dermopathy of graves?
A
Topical corticosteroids
8
Q
In thyrotoxic crisis, what do we give immediately?
A
PTUx then. Iodide, and propranolol
