Question

A patient has the following symptoms: weight gain, always cold, bradycardia, dry hair and skin (due to alpha one not secreting moisturizer for hair and skin), always tired due to low oxygen consumption, always weak, memory disorder. A test came back to show that he has low levels of T4, T3. What is the likely etiology or cause of these symptoms?

a. Hyperthyroidism
b. Hypothyroidism
c. Acromegaly
d. Cushing's syndrome

Answer 1

The likely cause of these symptoms is hypothyroidism, which is a condition in which the thyroid gland is underactive and produces insufficient amounts of T4 and T3 hormones.

Step-by-step explanation:

The likely cause of these symptoms is hypothyroidism.

Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland is underactive and produces insufficient amounts of T4 and T3 hormones. This leads to a low metabolic rate resulting in weight gain, cold sensitivity, and reduced mental activity. Other symptoms may include fatigue, constipation, slow heart rate, and memory disorders.