Managing thyroid disease in the elderly

C. O'Dell; J. E. Escher; S. R. Gambert

doi:10.1300/J089v01n04_03

Managing thyroid disease in the elderly

C. O'Dell, J. E. Escher, S. R. Gambert

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The thyroid gland undergoes changes with normal aging. Although diseases of the thyroid gland are not uncommon at this time of life, atypical and nonspecific signs and symptoms lead to diagnostic difficulties and often a delay in diagnosis. Once a diagnosis is confirmed, treatment must be individualized with appropriate follow-up. This review discusses normal changes and diseases of the thyroid gland common in the elderly patient. Specific medications used in therapy are also discussed.

Original language	English (US)
Pages (from-to)	49-61
Number of pages	13
Journal	Journal of Geriatric Drug Therapy
Volume	1
Issue number	4
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1300/J089v01n04_03
State	Published - 1987
Externally published	Yes

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Geriatrics and Gerontology
Pharmacology (medical)

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