Which clinical manifestation may occur in the child who is prescribed methimazole for the treatment of hyperthyroidism (Graves' disease)?
A) Seizures
B) Enlargement of all lymph glands
C) Pancreatitis or cholecystitis
D) Sore throat or fever

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Children being treated with propylthiouracil or methimazole must be carefully monitored for side effects of the drug.Because sore throat and fever accompany the grave complication of leukopenia,these children should be seen by a health care practitioner if such symptoms occur.Neither seizures,cholecystitis nor pancreatitis are associated with the administration of methimazole.Enlargement of the salivary and cervical lymph glands may occur.

Which Clinical Manifestation May Occur in the Child Who Is