A 44-year-old patient presents with restlessness and irritability that has been worsening during the past couple months. He has noted unintended weight loss over that period of time and states he is hungry all the time. His skin is flushed, and his eyes appear to be bulging. What endocrine problem do you suspect?

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A 44-year-old patient presents with restlessness and irritability that has been worsening during the past couple months. He has noted unintended weight loss over that period of time and states he is hungry all the time. His skin is flushed, and his eyes appear to be bulging. What endocrine problem do you suspect?






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