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Approach to Thyroid Function Tests in the Evaluation of Hyperthyroidism
 • Low TSH, Low normal T4
Approach to Thyroid ... Function Tests ... +/- T3 → Primary ... symmetrically enlarged thyroid ... #algorithm #diagnosis
Thyroid Function Pathway 

Hypothyroidism is a very common condition! Here's a repost of the pathway that
Thyroid Function ... Pathway Hypothyroidism ... is deficient in hypothyroidism ... /ambcarerx #Thyroid ... #Pathway #Pathophysiology
Hyperthyroidism (low TSH, High T4/T3) - Diagnostic Algorithm

Radioactive iodine scan – get if concern for nodular
Hyperthyroidism ... (low TSH, High T4 ... ) - Diagnostic Algorithm ... concern for nodular thyroid ... #Hyperthyroid #
Hashitoxicosis

‘Leakage’ symptoms of active Hashimoto’s disease

- Hashitoxicosis (Htx) can occur during the initial hyperthyroid stage in
Hashitoxicosis ‘Leakage’ symptoms ... during the initial hyperthyroid ... hormone (hyperthyroidism ... ‘Leakage’ symptoms ... Endocrinology #Diagnosis #Pathophysiology
Hypothyroid Myopathy
Very common (up to 80% ) in patients with hypothyroidism
Pathophysiology:
 • T4 deficiency leads to
Hypothyroid Myopathy ... patients with hypothyroidism ... : • T4 deficiency ... impairs musde function ... #signs #symptoms
Pruritus - Generalized Differential Diagnosis Algorithm - Systemic and Primary Causes
== Primary Skin Lesions ==
Macules /
Differential Diagnosis Algorithm ... Mellitus Liver Function ... /uremia TSH & T4 ... : • Hypothyroidism ... • Hyperthyroidism
Hyperthyroidism Overview

Clinical Manifestation of Hyperthyroidism:
 • Fatigue
 • Weight loss
 • Heat intolerance
 • Depression, nervousness
Hyperthyroidism ... • Insomnia Primary ... T3 • ↑ Free T4 ... Glucocorticoids: Reduce T4 ... endocrinology #signs #symptoms
Primary Hyperthyroidism - Pathogenesis and Clinical Findings

Note: Although rare, gestational diseases can lead to thyrotoxicosis due
Primary Hyperthyroidism ... Signs/Symptoms: ... - Bruit over thyroid ... Pretibial myxedema #Primary ... endocrinology #pathophysiology
Pruritus - No Primary Skin Lesion - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm

Blood Glucose:
 • Diabetes Mellitus
Liver Function Tests/Enzymes:
Pruritus - No Primary ... Mellitus Liver Function ... /uremia TSH & T4 ... : • Hypothyroidism ... • Hyperthyroidism
Low Alkaline Phosphatase - Hypophosphatasia 

Is Low Alkaline Phosphatase Of Clinical Importance?

ALP enzyme- Discovered in 1923
Low
severe mobility/functional ... Wilson's disease • hypothyroidism ... collection with EDTA Pathophysiology ... mineralization Symptoms ... • Elevation of urinary