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State three symptoms of hyperthyroidism and three symptoms of hypothyroidism.
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Keeping in mind the hormonal control of T3 and T4 secretion as well as some of the basic physiological functions of T3 and T4, classify the following statements at left as being characteristic of: Hypothyroidism Hyperthyroidism Symptoms include fatigue, changes in skin tone, hair, appetite, and mental function. Thyrotoxicosis is another name for this disease. Symptoms include heat intolerance and weight loss. Symptoms include cold intolerance and weight gain. Hashimoto's disease is one autoimmune cause of this condition. If untreated, myxedema, or puffiness of the face and other regions, can occur. Plasma T3 and T4 levels are chronically above normal. Symptoms include cold intolerance and weight gain. Treatment may include surgical removal of the thyroid gland or drugs that inhibit thyroid hormone synthesis. Results from damage to or loss of functional thyroid tissue. Symptoms often include increased nervous system activity such as anxiety, tremors, jumpiness, and increased heart rate. Symptoms include heat intolerance and weight loss. Plasma T3 and T4 levels are chronically below normal. Graves' disease is an autoimmune disease that is the most common cause. Iodine deficiency is one cause, which leads to elevated TRH, TSH, and a goiter. Can result from hormone-secreting tumors of the thyroid gland.
Figure 37.14 Hyperthyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland is overactive. Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland is underactive. Which of the conditions are the following two patients most likely to have? Patient A has symptoms including weight gain, cold sensitivity, low heart rate, and fatigue. $\quad$ profuse sweating, increased heart rate, and difficulty Patient B has symptoms including weight loss,
List the signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism.
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