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Which gender is more frequently affected by thyroid disease?
Which gender is more frequently affected by thyroid disease?
- Men
- Both men and women are equally affected
- Women (correct)
- None of the above
What are the goals of therapy for patients with hypothyroidism, thyrotoxicosis, or hyperthyroidism?
What are the goals of therapy for patients with hypothyroidism, thyrotoxicosis, or hyperthyroidism?
- Achieve a euthyroid state and manage symptoms
- Recognize which patients require treatment
- Ensure appropriate management during pregnancy
- All of the above (correct)
What is the most common cause of hypothyroidism?
What is the most common cause of hypothyroidism?
- Thyrotoxicosis
- Deficiency of iodine
- Autoimmune thyroid disease (correct)
- Thyroid nodules
What is the purpose of screening for thyroid disease?
What is the purpose of screening for thyroid disease?
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What does the chapter on thyroid disorders address?
What does the chapter on thyroid disorders address?
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