Image Based Question-67470

Based on the scintigraphy image as shown in the picture below, identify the disease of the thyroid ?

A. Graves disease.

B. Hashimoto disease.

C. Toxic adenoma.

D. None of the above.

Correct Answer » C Explanation

The scintigraphy image as shown in the picture above represents Toxic adenoma.

A toxic thyroid nodule causes hyperthyroidism (an overactive thyroid). This occurs when a single nodule (or lump) grows on the thyroid gland causing it to become enlarged and produce excess thyroid hormones. If the increased hormone production is coming from a single nodule in the gland, this is called toxic adenoma.