Approach to a Case of Thyroid Disorder
Approach to a Case of Thyroid Disorder Patient Presentation Symptoms of thyroid dysfunction (e.g., fatigue, weight changes, palpitations, temperature intolerance) Initial Evaluation Detailed history (family history, medications, radiation exposure, autoimmune diseases) Physical examination (thyroid enlargement, nodules, signs of hyper/hypothyroidism) Laboratory Tests TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) High TSH Check Free T4 Low Free T4: Primary Hypothyroidism…
