A patient complains of being low in energy and feeling cold much of the time. The...

A patient complains of being low in energy and feeling cold much of the time. The patient has also gained weight. Which one of the following is the most likely cause?

A. acromegaly

B. hypothyroidism

C. Cushing’s Disease

D. Diabetes mellitus

E. hyperaldosteronism

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Expert Solution

Acromegaly is an endocrine disorder caused due to increase in growth hormone from anterior pituitary resulting in enlarged feet, hands, jaw, nose and forehead. It does not cause weighf gain and cold intolerance.

Diabetes mellitus is caused by increased blood sugar levels due to impaired insulin secretion or insulin resistance. It is characterised by weight loss, oliguria and polydipsia.
Cushing syndrome is caused by excess levels of cortisol in body resulting in high blood pressure, obesity, round face and weak bones.

Hyperaldosteronism is the increased secretion of aldosterone from adrenal gland. This results in increased loos of potassium in urine and metabolic alkalosis.
Hypothyroidism is the decreased levels of thyroid hormones in blood due to dysfunctyof thyroid gland. Lack of thyroid hormone results in increased cold intolerance, fatigue and weight gain due to decreased metabolic rate.
So the correct answer is B. Hypo

Sydney Mullin answered 10 months ago

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