Evaluation and Investigation of Thyroid Disease

March 2022

Theofano Tikka

hypothyroidism hyperthyroidism autoimmune thyroiditis iodine deficiency hair loss dry skin thin skin thyroid nodules multinodular goitre

TLDR Thyroid disorders include hypothyroidism, causing fatigue and weight gain, and hyperthyroidism, causing weight loss and anxiety.

The document discussed functional disorders of the thyroid gland, specifically hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. Hypothyroidism was often caused by chronic autoimmune thyroiditis and iodine deficiency, with symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, and hair loss. Hyperthyroidism presented with symptoms like weight loss, anxiety, and palpitations. Physical examination for hypothyroidism revealed signs like dry skin and bradycardia, while hyperthyroidism was associated with thin skin and muscle weakness. Thyroid nodules were typically solitary but could also be part of a multinodular goitre.

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