Other systems

Endocrine, gastrointestinal, Geno urinary, renal systems

What are common symptoms experienced by patients with HYPOTHYROIDISM?

Fatigue, weight gain, cold intolerance, dry skin, tinnitus

polyuria (excessive urination), polydipsia (excessive thirst), pruritus (itching), and peripheral neuropathy (nerve damage, often in the extremities) are often associated with what condition?

Diabetes

Term used to describe reduced sodium levels

Hyponatremia

Term used to describe reduced potassium levels.

Hypokalemia

A patient with a recent history of immobilization has a new onset of unilateral leg swelling with dependent edema. This condition is MOST likely due to:

Deep vein thrombosis

Disease resulting in the inflammation of the membranes surrounding the brain and spinal cord.

Meningitis

Autoimmune disorder often associated with hyperthyroidism, resulting in an accelerated metabolic rate and an intolerance of heat.

Graves disease