Hypothyroidism & Myxedema

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  1. 2. lab values for serum T4 level
  2. 3. thyroid scan or ultrasound
  3. 4. how often should they follow up with their physician to assess thyroid blood levels
  4. 8. medication that can interfere with thyroid synthesis
  5. 9. taking medication at the same day every day
  6. 12. what hormone in myxedema is critically high
  7. 13. a health assessment finding of swelling of the neck resulting from enlargement of the thyroid gland
  8. 14. severe complication of hypothyroidism
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  1. 1. term used for hypothyroidism when present at birth
  2. 5. a condition caused by an under active thyroid gland
  3. 6. hypothyroidism caused by an autoimmune condition known as Hashimoto's thyroiditis
  4. 7. lab values for serum TSH level
  5. 10. decreased appetite, thinning of hair or hair loss, dry and cool skin, depressed tendon reflexes, bradycardia, constipation, extreme fatigue, sensitivity to cold temperatures, abnormal menstrual cycles
  6. 11. if this condition is not treated immediately, the child or infant will progress to hypoglycemia, hypotension, cardiovascular arrest, and coma