You are an endocrinologist. A patient has been referred to you because he is cold all the time, even when the ambient temperature is 75°F. His throat is swollen. He also appears to heal slowly. You immediately suspect that his metabolic rate is slower than normal due to

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Decreased thyroxine levels can lead to a slower metabolic rate, which is consistent with the symptoms described, such as feeling cold all the time, a swollen throat (indicative of a goiter), and slow healing. Thyroxine, produced by the thyroid gland, plays a crucial role in metabolism, and its deficiency can lead to hypothyroidism, which matches the patient's symptoms.

You Are an Endocrinologist