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Subclinical hypothyroidism: When to treat
- Author:
- Sidra Azim, MD
- Christian Nasr, MD
The decision remains controversial and depends on the degree of TSH elevation, thyroid antibodies, and comorbidities.
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Is a serum TSH measurement sufficient to monitor the treatment of primary hypothyroidism?
- Author:
- Christian Nasr, MD
Yes, the TSH level provides the information you need to manage primary hypothyroidism.
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Insulin pumps: Great devices, but you still have to press the button
- Author:
- Christian Nasr, MD
While pumps are sophisticated and precise, they still interface with a human user.
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Should we be concerned about thyroid cancer in patients taking glucagon-like peptide 1 receptor agonists?
- Author:
- Subramanian Kannan, MD
- Christian Nasr, MD
The risk in humans is difficult to quantify, but low.
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In reply: Insulin therapy and cancer risk
- Author:
- Grace E. Ching Sun, DO
- Sangeeta R. Kashyap, MD
- Christian Nasr, MD
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In reply: Diabetes therapy and cancer risk
- Author:
- Grace E. Ching Sun, DO
- Sangeeta R. Kashyap, MD
- Christian Nasr, MD
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Diabetes therapy and cancer risk: Where do we stand when treating patients?
- Author:
- Grace E. Ching Sun, DO
- Sangeeta R. Kashyap, MD
- Christian Nasr, MD
Several classes of diabetes drugs are under scrutiny for potentially promoting cancer in a population already at risk.
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Approach to a low TSH level: Patience is a virtue
- Author:
- Kevin M. Pantalone, DO
- Christian Nasr, MD
Confronted with a low TSH level, physicians should not jump to the conclusion that it is due to a hyperthyroid state.
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How should I follow a patient with mildly elevated serum calcium and PTH, but no symptoms?
- Author:
- Jennifer Wojtowicz, DO
- Christian Nasr, MD
The first thought is asymptomatic primary hyperparathyroidism. Surgery may be indicated.