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Hypothalamic or anterior pituitary failure would cause *hypo-* rather than hyper-thyroidism.
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b
This may be secondary to hypothalamic or anterior pituitary failure
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This is incorrect, these are symptoms a patient suffering from hypothyroidism would present with, this patient may present with tremors, goitre and eye protrusion.
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e
Other symptoms the patient may be experiencing are cold intolerance, menstrual irregularity, hair loss
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This would be the treatment for a patient suffering from hypothyroidism, as this medication would replicate the hormones produced by the thyroid to achieve a euthyroid state
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d
The management of this condition is via synthetic thyroid hormones, Levothyroxine (T4)
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Correct answer
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a
Goitre can be observed in this patient
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Propranolol can be prescribed for symptomatic relief of palpitations in hyperthyroidism. However, it does not treat the underlying condition. The first line treatment in hyperthyroidism may include radioactive iodine, anti-thyroid drugs such as carbimazole, or surgery.
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c
Propranolol can be prescribed to treat the underlying cause
Concept
Chapter
2693
5358
Thyroid Disorders
Topic
221
Endocrine
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A patient presents with symptoms of weight loss, palpitations and sweating. A diagnosis of Hyperthyroidism is made.

Which of the following statements is correct?
a