Thyroid Examination

Question 1

What are the symptoms of hypothyroidism that you look for in a patient’s history?

Answer 1

• Weight Gain
• Corse Hair/ Hair Loss
• Constipation
• Cold intolerance
• Horse Voice
• Dry Skin
• Lethargy
• Hearing Loss

Question 2

What are the symptoms of hyperthyroidism that you look for in a patient’s history?

Answer 2

• Weight Loss
• Increased Appetite
• Frequency of defecation increases
• Heat intolerance
• Sweating
• Palpitations
• Irritability