Sub-clinical thyroid disease Flashcards
1
Q
What is sub-clinical thyroid disease?
A
This is the stage before full hypo- or hyper- thyroidism, with abnormal TSH levels, but normal thyroid hormone levels
2
Q
What will blood testing show in sub-clinical hypothyroidism?
A
Raised TSH
Normal fT3/4
3
Q
When is treatment of sub-clinical hypothyroidism advised?
A
In pregnancy, always
Normally, if TSH > 10
4
Q
What will blood testing show in sub-clinical hyperthyroidism?
A
Low TSH
Normal fT4/3
5
Q
What are some conditions associated with sub-clinical hyperthyroidism?
A
Osteoporosis
Atrial fibrillation
6
Q
When is sub-clinical hyperthyroidism usually treated?
A
If TSH < 0.1
