A 37-year-old previously healthy woman presents to your clinic with complaints of unintentional weight loss. History Over the past three months, she has lost approximately 7 kg without changing her diet or activity level. Otherwise, she feels great. She has an excellent appetite, no gastrointestinal complaints except for occasional loose stools, a good energy level, and no complaints of fatigue. She denies heat or cold intolerance. Examination : Heart rate: 108 bpm Blood pressure: 142/82 mm Hg She is afebrile.
Her eyes are somewhat protuberant. On further examination, you note a large, smooth, nontender thyroid gland, a 2/6 systolic ejection murmur on cardiac examination, and her skin is warm and dry. There is a fine resting tremor. What is the most likely diagnosis for her? (The answer is posted in the comment section below!) This case is from the Editorial Team of Docplexus and is…
