hashimothyroidism

Synonyms in the broadest sense Acquired hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, autoimmune disease, thyroiditis, postoperative hypothyroidism, primary, secondary, tertiary hypothyroidism, latent hypothyroidism, myxedema Definition Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland produces insufficient amounts of thyroid hormones (T3 and T4). The consequence is that the hormone action on the target organs is absent. Overall, the thyroid hormones increase … Acquired hypothyroidism

Symptoms Those affected notice a physical and mental drop in performance, are lacking in drive and slow down in their movements and thought processes. Often the patients are disinterested in environmental events, which is also reflected in their facial expressions. The patients’ sensitivity to cold is increased (=cold intolerance) and their skin is pale, cool, … Symptoms | Acquired hypothyroidism

Differential diagnosis (exclusionary diseases) An important diagnosis to distinguish from hypothyroidism is low T3/Low T4 syndrome, in which both T3 and T4 are decreased. This syndrome can occur in critically ill patients in intensive care units. In contrast to hypothyroidism, this syndrome does not require hormone substitution with thyroxine. Therapy The therapy of hypothyroidism consists … Differential diagnosis (exclusionary diseases) | Acquired hypothyroidism