Hypothyroidism Quiz: Ace Your Exams
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A 48-year-old woman comes to the physician complaining of an enlarging painless neck mass. She first noticed the mass 3 weeks ago and reports that it has gotten progressively larger over time. The patient has also gained 10-lb in the last 6 weeks, and frequently has to wear a sweater when taking a walk in the park, even on hot days. She has not experienced any night sweats or fevers. Temperature is 37.0°C (98.6°F), pulse is 52/min, blood pressure is 124/88 mm Hg, and BMI is 27 kg/m2. Palpation of the neck reveals a fixed, hard, painless goiter. There is delayed tendon reflex relaxation in the lower extremities. A biopsy of the mass is performed, which shows compression of follicles by extensive dense fibrous tissue. Laboratory studies are done and show the following:
If left untreated, which of the following is likely to be seen in this patient?
| Laboratory value | Result |
| ESR | 6 mm/h |
| TSH | 7.1 μU/mL |
| Anti-thyroid peroxidase | Negative |
| Anti-thyroglobulin antibody | Negative |
If left untreated, which of the following is likely to be seen in this patient?
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