Hashimoto's Thyroiditis

Exam Cram

• Hashimoto's Thyroiditis is the common cause of hypothyroidism in the UK, associated risk of thyroid Lymphoma

• Presentation: weight gain, hair loss; age 30-50yrs, smooth enlarged Goitre, positive anti-TPO

• Diagnosis: clinical

• Management: levothyroxine 50mcg and up titrate