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Approach to Thyroid Function Tests in the Evaluation of Hyperthyroidism
 • Low TSH, Low normal T4
Thyroid Function Tests ... in the Evaluation ... of Hyperthyroidism ... : Work-up similar ... #algorithm #diagnosis
Primary Adrenal Insufficiency
Addison's Disease - Damage of the adrenal glands with lack of cortisol, androgens and
aldosterone Causes ... disorder - Primary hypothyroidism ... • Low-grade fever ... • Weight loss ... Palmar creases - Extensor
Hyponatremia - Diagnostic Evaluation Algorithm

Step 1: Consider whether Posm may actually be normal or elevated
Step 2:
Algorithm Step ... Consider additional tests ... considered likely, the cause ... Hyponatremia #Diagnosis #Workup ... #Evaluation #Algorithm
Allopecia - Differential Diagnosis Framework for Hair Loss

Localized / Focal Hair Loss Pattern:
 • Scarring Alopecia:
Traction alopecia Diffuse ... • Endocrine: Hypothyroidism ... disease • Pull test ... Initial Laboratory Tests ... • Laboratory evaluation
Causes of Petechial Rash - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm

Pinpoint areas (less than 2 mm) of hemorrhage, which
Causes of Petechial ... Pinpoint areas (less ... Red Flags: • Fever ... deficiency Work ... Fecal occult blood test
Chronic Abdominal Pain Causes - Differential Diagnosis Framework

Many patients with chronic abdominal pain have had prior
have had prior evaluations ... Red Flags: • Fever ... Anorexia, weight loss ... Ovarian CA Diffuse ... Hypercalcemia • Hypothyroidism
Pulmonary Renal Syndromes - OnePager Summary
Autoimmune ANCA vasculitis (AAV): GPA (granulomatous with polyangiitis), EGPA (eosinophilic granulomatosis
nasal, hearing loss ... mononeuritis multiplex WORKUP ... anti-GBM) Other tests ... Goodpasture's cause ... hemorrhage (DAH) • Diffuse
Anemia of Hospitalization - Pathophysiology

Why does the Hgb/Hct drop in the first two days during hospitalization?

Interestingly,
prolonged bed rest ... noted the risk of loss ... phlebotomy/ blood work ... during clinical evaluations ... conclusion, prolonged rest
Posterior Knee Dislocation Injury
Specifically, POSTERIOR KNEE DISLOCATIONS can have significant associated injury that needs unique approach
unique approach and workup ... nerve injury (25%) TEST ... Dorsiflexion of foot, Toe extension ... nerve injured (less ... WORK UP: obtain