thyroid Flashcards
1
Q
Why does TH increase in pregnancy?
A
More TBG
2
Q
symptoms of hyperthyroidism
A
- nervousness
- increased sweating
- tolerance to heat
- weight loss
- diarrhea
- palpitations
- tachycardia
- Grave’s orbitopathy
3
Q
symptoms of hypothyroidism
A
- weight gain
- weakness
- dry skin, hair
- myxedema
- low body temp
- low pulse
- sensation of cold
- thick tongue
- constipation
- high cholesterol
- bad hearing
4
Q
What converts T4 to T3?
A
5’-D (D1 and D2)
5
Q
What converts rT3 to 3,3’T2?
A
5’-D (D1 and D2)
6
Q
What converts T4 to rT3?
A
5-D (D3)
7
Q
What converts T3 to 3,3’T2?
A
5-D (D3)
