Mr. Mathews is a 47-year-old patient who presents for a routine physical examination. On examination, you noted a bruit heard over the thyroid. This is suggestive of:
A) hypothyroidism.
B) hyperthyroidism.
C) thyroid cancer.
D) thyroid cyst.

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Because of hypermetabolic states such as hyperthyroidism, a bruit may be heard as a result of the increased blood flow to the area. Auscultating a bruit is not symptomatic of hypothyroidism, cancer, or a cyst. A nodule is more indicative of cancer.

Mr Mathews Is a 47-Year-Old Patient Who Presents for a Routine