Hyperthyroidism.

نویسندگان

  • Johann Auer
  • Robert Berent
  • Thomas Weber
  • Bernd Eber
چکیده

1. What are the signs and symptoms of hyperthyroidism? General: Heat intolerance, perspiration, flushing, tremor, sleep disturbance, or hair loss. Psychological: Nervousness, emotional lability, anxiety, aggressiveness, or delusions. Cardiovascular: Palpitations, tachycardia, or supraventricular dysrhythmias. Respiratory: Breathlessness or hoarseness. Gastrointestinal: Increased appetite, weight loss, or increased frequency of bowel movements. Reproductive: Gynecomastia or irregular menses. Bone: Osteoporosis. Other: Ophthalmopathy or dermopathy.

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عنوان ژورنال:
  • Lancet

دوره 362 9395  شماره 

صفحات  -

تاریخ انتشار 2003