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Approach to Thyroid Function Tests in the Evaluation of Hyperthyroidism
 • Low TSH, Low normal T4
Evaluation of Hyperthyroidism ... Can repeat labs ... → MRI Pituitary ... #algorithm #diagnosis ... #endocrinology
Sellar / Pituitary Mass - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
Adenoma - Primary Anterior Pituitary
 - Secreting
Differential Diagnosis Algorithm ... Hypothyroidism) ... Ectopic GNRH, CRH ... Differential #Diagnosis #Algorithm ... #endocrinology
Cushing Syndrome Testing Algorithm
INDICATIONS FOR TESTING:
 • Suspected Cushing syndrome (central obesity, muscle weakness, refractory hypertension)
Testing:
Syndrome Testing Algorithm ... adrenal glands, pituitary ... Syndrome #diagnosis #algorithm ... #endocrinology ... #Adrenal #Hyperfunction
Hyperthyroidism - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
High/Normal Radioiodine Uptake
 - Autoimmune Thyroid Disease:
    • Grave's
Hyperthyroidism ... Differential Diagnosis Algorithm ... TSH-Secreting Pituitary ... Struma Ovarii #Hyperthyroidism ... #endocrinology
Breast Discharge - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
High Prolactin + Normal TSH
 • Microprolactinoma
 • Steroid Hormone Intake
Differential Diagnosis Algorithm ... Normal/ Low TSH • Pituitary ... Inhibition • Pituitary ... TSH • Primary Hypothyroidism ... #Endocrinology
Primary Hyperthyroidism - Pathogenesis and Clinical Findings

Note: Although rare, gestational diseases can lead to thyrotoxicosis due
Primary Hyperthyroidism ... gestational diseases can ... production by the pituitary ... can also occur. ... #endocrinology
Algorithmic Approach to Hypothyroidism - Differential Diagnosis and Management Framework

Central Hypothyroidism (Secondary or tertiary) ↓TSH, ↓FT4
Algorithmic Approach ... to Hypothyroidism ... drug-induced • Pituitary ... Differential #Diagnosis #algorithm ... #endocrinology
Adrenal Insufficiency - Differential Diagnosis Workup Algorithm
Primary Adrenal Insufficiency:
 • Autoimmune primary adrenal insufficiency
 • Adrenoleukodystrophy,
Diagnosis Workup Algorithm ... genetic disorder • CAH ... ACTH-deficiency • Combined pituitary ... Diagnosis #Workup #Algorithm ... #endocrinology
Congenital Adrenal Hyperplasia - 21-Hydroxylase Deficiency - Signs and Symptoms
 • Brain: Androgenization effects, Glucocorticoid effects,
• Hypothalamic–Pituitary ... Reproductive: Gonadal hypofunction ... ), Hernias (CAH-X ... ), Myopathy (CAH-X ... Symptoms #diagnosis #endocrinology
Pituitary Mass Effects - Pathogenesis and Clinical Findings
 • Pituitary turnors are almost always a benign
Pituitary Mass Effects ... Pituitary adenomas ... secreting tumors can ... hormones will be lost ... #SideEffects #endocrinology