THYROIDITIS

 

DRUG INDUCED THYROIDITIS-MCQS

 

1.Tyrosine kinase inhibitors are associated with thyroid dysfunction.

2.Alemtuzumab(Lemtrada) is associated with thyroid dysfunction.

3.Immune checkpoint inhibitors are associated with thyroid dysfunction.

4.Amiodarone contains about 68% by weight of iodine.

5.Lithium associated thyroid dysfunction is commonly seen few weeks after commencing treatment.

 

 

ANSWERS

1.    TRUE-

2.    TRUE-used to treat multiple sclerosis

3.    TRUE-are monoclonal antibodies

4.    TRUE

5.    FALSE-generally occurring after 8-12 months of treatment.