Hypothyroidism Flashcards
1
Q
What are the risk factors?
A
Female >60 Exposure to radiation in neck Prior thyroid surgery Family history
2
Q
What is the presentation?
A
Weight gain Cold intolerance Fatigue Constipation Bradycardia Depression Hair loss Menorrhagia High BP and cholesterol
3
Q
What are the primary causes?
A
Hashimoto's Pregnancy Iodine deficiency Amiodarone and lithium Thyroid treatment
4
Q
What are the secondary causes?
A
TSH deficiency
5
Q
What is the management?
A
Thyroxine replacement
6
Q
What are the complications?
A
Hypothryoid coma
