According to the American Thyroid Association (ATA), more than 12% of Americans will develop at least one thyroid condition during their lifetime. Globally, an estimated 200 million people have various thyroid-related diseases, with many unaware of their condition. Undiagnosed thyroid disease can lead to serious complications, including cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, and infertility. Most thyroid diseases cannot be cured but can be managed with appropriate treatment.
Hypothyroidism, thyroid cancer, hyperthyroidism, Hashimoto thyroiditis, and Graves disease are among the more common thyroid-related conditions. Are you familiar with key aspects of presentation, workup, and treatment for these diseases? Test yourself with this short quiz.
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Cite this: Romesh Khardori. Fast Five Quiz: Test Yourself on Key Thyroid Conditions - Medscape - Aug 06, 2018.
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