Thyroid Disorders Flashcards
1
Q
what does primary thyroid disease affect
A
the gland itself
2
Q
what can primary thyroid disease occur with
A
with or without goitre, usually AI
3
Q
what is secondary thyroid disease caused by?
A
hypothalamic or pituitary disease with no thyroid pathology
4
Q
diagnosis of primary hypothyroidism
A
free T3/4 low and TSH high
5
Q
diagnosis of primary hyperthyroidism
A
free T3/4 high and TSH low
6
Q
secondary hypothyroidism diagnosis
A
free T3/4 low and TSH low/normal
7
Q
secondary hyperthyroidism
A
free T3/4 high and TSH high/normal
