Myxedema is severe hypothyroidism or iodine deficiency, causing goiter, low metabolic rate, hair loss, constipation, edema, and thick, dry skin.
El mixedema es hipotiroidismo severo o falta de yodo, causando bocio, baja tasa metabólica, pérdida de cabello, estreñimiento, edema y piel gruesa y seca.
| Front | Myxedema cause symptoms |
|---|---|
| Back | Causes: . Full-blown hypothyroidism (undersecretion of T4 only) . Lack of iodine in diet SYMPTOMS: • Goiter (enlarged thyroid gland) • Low metabolic rate, feeling chilled • Loss of hair • Constipation • Oedema, swollen tongue • Puffy eyes, thick and dry skin |
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