Question

A young woman is brought into a medical clinic by her husband. She complains of hyperactivity and weight loss. She also appears to be mentally sluggish and has difficulty concentrating when questioned by a nurse. There is a slight swelling in the anterior of her neck. Which condition do you suspect

Answer 1

She has hypothyroidism.

Step-by-step explanation:

She is either not getting enough iodine, growth in the thyroid, or just swelling. The two treatment options are radioactive iodine supplements or the removal of the thyroid.