Patho & Facts
Most commonly diagnosed in adults between ____ - ____ years old.
What is 30-50 year olds?
Elevated in primary hypothyroidism due to decreased thyroid hormone levels.
What is Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)?
The following fruits & vegetables should be limited.
What is broccoli, cabbage, strawberries, & peaches?
Synthetic hormone used to treat Hypothyroidism Hashimoto's disease.
What is levothyroxine?
______ infiltrate the thyroid gland, causing damage and impairing thyroid function.
What are lymphocytes?
Additional labs drawn to assess cardiovascular risk factors, and to determine if conditions such as anemia.
What is a Lipid profile and CBC?
Limiting ____ consumption is most appropriate for managing symptoms of Hashimoto's disease.
What is soy?
Enlargement of the thyroid gland due to chronic inflammation.
What is a Goiter?
What is females than males?
Decreased in hypothyroidism, and normal ranges are 0.8-1.8 ng/dL.
What is Free thyroxine (T4)?
_____ ______ promotes overall well-being and may help alleviate symptoms such as fatigue.
What is regular exercise?
______ ______ control how our bodies use energy, affecting almost every organ in the body.
What is thyroid hormones?
Two viruses being researched in most likely triggering Hashimoto's disease.
What is Epstein Barr virus and Hepatitis?
Elevated in Hashimoto's disease, indicating autoimmune destruction of the thyroid gland.
What is Thyroid peroxidase antibodies (TPOAb)?
To create a balanced diet emphasize nutrient-rich foods such as:
What is lean proteins, whole grains, fruits, and vegetables?
Leads to a cascade of symptoms, including fatigue, slow metabolism causing weight gain, cold intolerance, constipation, joint & muscle pain, dry skin, thinning hair, slowed heart rate, & fertility problems.
What is decreased production of thyroid hormones (or hypothyroidism)?
_______ mistakenly attacks the thyroid gland, leading to chronic inflammation.
What is the immune system?
High levels may indicate hypothyroidism, levels above the normal range of 0.4 - 4.0
What is Thyroid-Stimulating hormone (TSH)?
Moderate ______ _____ is recommended, but excess may worsen symptoms.
What is iodine intake?
Untreated Hashimoto's disease can lead to a rare but severe complication leading to heart failure, seizures, coma, and even death.
What is myxedema?