Sorry for the delay but here’s another Morning Report presented by Dr. Louis! Thyrotoxicosis / Thyroid Storm Thyrotoxicosis: Hypermetabolic syndrome secondary to excess synthesis and secretion of thyroid hormones. Most common forms of hyperthyroidism being Graves disease, toxic multinodular goiter, and toxic adenoma. Common Signs & Symptoms: Read more…
Today’s Morning Report is presented by Dr. Aldokhi! AKA versus DKA AKA DKA – Alcoholic – Underlying disease – Missed Etoh – Diabetic – Underlying disease – Missed insulin Nausea , vomiting, abdominal pain Nausea , vomiting, abdominal pain DIAGNOSIS – Hx + Ex – High AG – Ketoneuria, Read more…
Thanks to Dr. Bradby for today’s Morning Report! Myxedema Coma or Crisis Definition: Severe (decompensated) hypothyroidism leading to decreased mental status, hypothermia, and other symptoms related to slowing of function in multiple organs. Epidemiology: – Mortality rate if not promptly diagnosed and treated: approx. 50% or more Read more…