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Approach to Thyroid Function Tests in the Evaluation of Hyperthyroidism
 • Low TSH, Low normal T4
Low TSH, Low ... • Low TSH, normal ... → Signs of ... #algorithm #diagnosis ... #endocrinology
Amenorrhea - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
Elevated FSH
 • Premature Ovarian Failure
 • Menopa use
 • Spontaneous
Bleed With
- Differential Diagnosis ... Algorithm Elevated ... • Hyperthyroidism ... #Algorithm #endocrinology ... #causes
Hirsutism & Virilization - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
ADRENAL EXCESS
Ovarian
 • Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome
 • Hyperthecosis
 • Tumor
Adrenal
Algorithm ADRENAL ... Tumor Low Serum ... Medical/Other • Hypothyroidism ... #Algorithm #endocrinology ... #causes
Hyperthyroidism - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
High/Normal Radioiodine Uptake
 - Autoimmune Thyroid Disease:
    • Grave's
Hyperthyroidism ... Algorithm High ... Trophoblastic Neoplasm Low ... #Algorithm #endocrinology ... #causes
Tall Stature - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm

Normal Growth (BA=CA)
 • Familial Tall Stature
 • XYY Syndrome
Obese BMI
- Differential Diagnosis ... Algorithm Normal ... GH Excess • Hyperthyroidism ... #Algorithm #endocrinology ... #causes
Short Stature - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
Normal Variant, Normal Puberty Onset (BA = CA)
 • Familial Short
Differential Diagnosis ... Algorithm Normal ... Dwarfism) • Hypothyroidism ... #Algorithm #endocrinology ... #causes #pediatrics
Breast Discharge - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
High Prolactin + Normal TSH
 • Microprolactinoma
 • Steroid Hormone Intake
Algorithm High ... Prolactin + Normal/ Low ... TSH • Primary Hypothyroidism ... #Algorithm #Endocrinology ... #Causes
Hyponatremia - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
Hypovolemic - Give volume
Hypervolemic (Edematous) - Look for and treat underlying cause
Algorithm Hypovolemic ... cirrhosis, nephrotic syndrome ... CKD, Thiazides, Hypothyroidism ... #Algorithm #diagnosis ... #nephrology #sodium
Causes of Hypokalemia - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm
Increased Loss 
 - Increased GI Loss
 - Increased Urinary
Causes of Hypokalemia ... K-ATPase which imports ... - Refeeding Syndrome ... #Algorithm #causes ... #potassium #low
Primary Adrenal Insufficiency
Addison's Disease - Damage of the adrenal glands with lack of cortisol, androgens and
disorder - Primary hypothyroidism ... • Weakness • Low-grade ... Serum DHEAS Diagnosis ... addisons #disease #endocrinology ... #diagnosis #signs