A thyroid biopsy obtained from a 29-year-old woman complains of nervousness and muscle weakness of 6 months in duration. She is intolerant of heat and sweats excessively. She has lost 9 kg (20 lb) pounds over past 6 months, despite increased caloric intake. She frequently finds her hea racing and can feel it pounding in her chest. She also states that she has missed several menstrual periods over the past few months. Physical examination reveals warm and moist skin and bulging eyes (exophthalmos). Which of the following best describes the pathologic findings?
A thyroid biopsy obtained from a 29-year-old woman complains of nervousness and muscle weakness of 6 months in duration. She is intolerant of heat and sweats excessively. She has lost 9 kg (20 lb) pounds over past 6 months, despite increased caloric intake. She frequently finds her hea racing and can feel it pounding in her chest. She also states that she has missed several menstrual periods over the past few months. Physical examination reveals warm and moist skin and bulging eyes (exophthalmos). Which of the following best describes the pathologic findings?
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A thyroid biopsy obtained from a 29-year-old woman complains of nervousness and muscle weakness of 6 months in duration. She is intolerant of heat and sweats excessively. She has lost 9 kg (20 lb) pounds over past 6 months, despite increased caloric intake. She frequently finds her hea racing and can feel it pounding in her chest. She also states that she has missed several menstrual periods over the past few months. Physical examination reveals warm and moist skin and bulging eyes (exophthalmos). Which of the following best describes the pathologic findings?
✓ Correct Answer: C. Follicular hyperplasia with scalloping of colloid
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