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Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism - Symptoms and Signs
Hypothyroidism:
 - General - From asymptomatic to myxedema coma, “Like
Hypothyroidism and ... Hyperthyroidism ... Hypothyroidism: ... down” • Low ... #Hyperthyroidism
Approach to Thyroid Function Tests in the Evaluation of Hyperthyroidism
 • Low TSH, Low normal T4
Evaluation of Hyperthyroidism ... Possibly Central Hypothyroidism ... → Subclinical Hyperthyroidism ... → Signs of ... #algorithm #diagnosis
Hashitoxicosis

‘Leakage’ symptoms of active Hashimoto’s disease

- Hashitoxicosis (Htx) can occur during the initial hyperthyroid stage in
during the initial hyperthyroid ... thyroid hormone (hyperthyroidism ... enough of it (hypothyroidism ... Diffuse infiltration ... is depleted and hypothyroidism
Hyperthyroidism (low TSH, High T4/T3) - Diagnostic Algorithm

Radioactive iodine scan – get if concern for nodular
Hyperthyroidism ... (low TSH, High T4 ... ) - Diagnostic Algorithm ... #Hyperthyroidism ... #Hyperthyroid #
Hair Loss (Alopecia) - General (Diffuse and Focal) Differential Diagnosis Algorithm

DIFFUSE
Scarring - Irreversible-biopsy required
 • Lupus
Differential Diagnosis Algorithm ... Endocrine • Hypothyroidism ... • Hyperthyroidism ... contraceptives • Hyperthyroid ... Differential #Diagnosis #Algorithm
Diffuse Hair Loss (Alopecia) - Differential Diagnosis Algorithm

Scarring - Irreversible-biopsy required
 • Lupus erythematosus
 • Lichen
Diffuse Hair Loss ... Differential Diagnosis Algorithm ... Endocrine • Hypothyroidism ... • Hyperthyroidism ... contraceptives • Hyperthyroid
Hypothyroid Myopathy
Very common (up to 80% ) in patients with hypothyroidism
Pathophysiology:
 • T4 deficiency leads to
Hypothyroid Myopathy ... patients with hypothyroidism ... Pathophysiology ... hypertrophy of slow-twitching ... #signs #symptoms
Hyperthyroidism Overview

Clinical Manifestation of Hyperthyroidism:
 • Fatigue
 • Weight loss
 • Heat intolerance
 • Depression, nervousness
Hyperthyroidism ... Manifestation of Hyperthyroidism ... goiter • Toxic diffuse ... Diagnosis: • ↓ Low ... endocrinology #signs
Hypothyroidism – symptoms and signs.

Symptoms: 
Tiredness/malaise, 
Weight gain,
Anorexia,
Cold intolerance, 
Poor memory,
Change in appearance, 
Depression, 
Poor libido,
Hypothyroidism – ... symptoms and signs ... , Deafness Signs ... Proximal myopathy, Slow-relaxing ... reflexes, Anaemia #Hypothyroid
Myoedema on Physical Exam
Myoedema (or "mounding"): A sign of Hypothyroidism, refers to a small lump rising
"mounding"): A sign ... of Hypothyroidism ... characteristic of hypothyroid ... not specific for hypothyroidism ... #hypothyroidism