Thyroid Disease

When does treatment of subclinical 
hypothyroidism reduce cardiovascular risk?

, Mark E. Archambault, DHSc, PA-C February 21, 2012

Patients with subclinical hypothyroidism may have a higher risk of coronary events and in some cases should be treated.
 

Starting levothyroxine therapy; treating pernicious anemia

October 26, 2011

This month's topics are how to initiate treatment in patients with hypothyroidism and cobalamin dosing in patients with pernicious anemia.
 

A adolescent experiences difficulty focusing, mood swings, and insomnia

December 24, 2010

A 15-year-old male's ADHD medications seem to worsen his anxiety and other existing symptoms.
 

Persisting shin tenderness and erythema

David M. Alden-St. Pierre, MS, PA-C October 20, 2009

This patient experienced shin pain after a long walk. The next day, an ankle sprain was diagnosed. The clue was in his medical history of thyroid cancer.
 

Cinacalcet may be used only for a select group of patients

October 16, 2009

QRS: Rotator cuff disease; Hyperparathyroidism
 

Rotator cuff disease; Hyperparathyroidism

, September 29, 2009

Rotator cuff disease and hyperparathyroidism are described, including signs and symptoms, clinical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment.
 

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