Thyroid Flashcards
(6 cards)
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What is the most common cause of hypothyroidism?
A
Hashimoto’s thyroiditis
1
Q
What is myxoedema coma and how does it usually present?
A
Medical emergency caused by severe hypothyroidism.
Presents with coma and hypothermia
2
Q
What types of anaemia are seen in hypothyroid patients?
A
Normocytic or microcytic
3
Q
What is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism?
A
Grave’s disease
4
Q
What are the common side effects of carbimazole?
A
Rash
Agranulocytosis = less common but more severe
5
Q
Which type of thyroid cancer is associated with hypercalcaemia?
A
Medullary cell
