thyroid Flashcards
1
Q
what are risk factors for thyroid disease?
A
-women > 45
-hx autoimmune disorder
-hx of radiation
-post-partum
-strong family hx of thyroid disease
-medications (lithium, amiodarone)
2
Q
what is the goal dosing of thyroid replacement by weight for patients with hypothyroid?
A
1.6 mcg/kg of IBW
3
Q
if one thyroid cyst is aspirated and is non concerning for malignancy, can you just monitor the other cysts?
A
no, they each carry their own independent risk
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