Which of the Following Is True Regarding the Incidence and Prevalence

question 13

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is true regarding the incidence and prevalence of thyroid diseases?

• A) Graves' disease is usually detected prior to adolescence.
• B) During the past 10 years or so, the incidence of thyroid cancer has increased at a rate of about 5% per year.
• C) Postpartum thyroiditis is a form of subacute painful thyroiditis.
• D) Riedel's thyroiditis is a form of congenital hypothyroidism present in about 1 in 4,000 newborns.

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Definitions:

Suzhou

Suzhou, known as the "Venice of the East," is a city in eastern China famed for its classical gardens, canals, silk industry, and deep cultural heritage spanning over millennia.

Lion Grove Garden

A renowned classical Chinese garden located in Suzhou, China, famous for its intricate rockeries, water features, and historic significance.

Guan Daosheng

A Chinese poet and painter from the Yuan Dynasty, known for her bamboo paintings and for being one of the first female artists to gain recognition in China.

Bamboo Groves

Naturally occurring or cultivated stands of bamboo, valued for their aesthetic beauty and practical uses in construction, art, and cuisine in many East Asian cultures.