Question

A 55-year-old woman presents with weight loss, heat intolerance and palpitations. TSH is suppressed and free T4 is elevated. Which initial treatment is appropriate for symptomatic relief while definitive therapy is arranged?

Accepted Answer

Start beta-blocker such as propranolol

Answer

Start long-term corticosteroids

Answer

Start levothyroxine

Answer

No treatment until radioactive iodine is given

Answer

Immediate thyroidectomy in all cases

Practice question

A 55-year-old woman presents with weight loss, heat intolerance and palpitations. TSH is suppressed and free T4 is elevated. Which initial treatment is appropriate for symptomatic relief while definitive therapy is arranged?