Title: A patient with hypothyroidism as a result of Hashimoto's thyroiditis asks how long thyroid ... Post by: coolio567 on Jan 26, 2018 A patient with hypothyroidism as a result of Hashimoto's thyroiditis asks how long thyroid replacement drugs will need to be taken. What is your best response?
a. You will need to take the thyroid replacement drug until the goiter is completely gone. b. You will need thyroid replacement drugs for the rest of your life because thyroid function will not return. c. The thyroiditis will be cured with antibiotics and then you will no longer need the thyroid replacement drugs. d. When your thyroid function studies indicate a normal blood level of thyroid hormones you will be able to discontinue the drugs. Title: A patient with hypothyroidism as a result of Hashimoto's thyroiditis asks how long thyroid ... Post by: MPC1 on Jan 26, 2018 Content hidden
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