HPA - hypothyroidism

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FlashCards sobre HPA - hypothyroidism, criado por Em J em 10-06-2018.
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What is hypothyroidism The thyroid does not produce enough thyroid hormone
Prevalence 5 % of the population
Risk factors Family history
Aetiology Causes include: Congenital defects in the gland Loss of thyroid tissue following treatment for hyperthyroidism with surgery or radiation Antithyroid medications Thyroiditis Endemic iodine deficiency The cardiac drug amiodarine contains a high percentage of iodiine which can cause thyroid problems Secondary hypothroidism may result from pituitary TSH deficiency or peripheral resistance to thyroid hormones
Basic pathophysiology Has a slow onset, with manifestations occurring over months or even years. When TH production decreases, the thyroid gland enlarges to produce more hormones. The goiter that results is usually simple or non toxic.
Symptoms Goiter Fluid retention Oedema Decreased appetite Weight gain Constipation Dry skin Dyspnoea Pallor Hoarseness Muscle stiffness Decreased sense of taste and smell Menstrual disorders Anaemia Cardiac enlargement Slow pulse Sleep apnoea
Abnormal vital signs HR - bradycardia, arrhythmia BP - hypotension
Treatments Hypothyroidism is treated with medications that replace TH. Thyroxine, T4 (Levothyroxine) Daily body weight

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