Autoimmune Polyglandular Syndrome Type 2 Presentation With Alopecia Universalis, Hashimoto's Disease, and Addison's Disease

    June 2025 in “ International Medical Case Reports Journal ”
    Karla Denisse Sales-Morales, Nazhira Torres-Neme, Vladimir Barrera-Villanueva, Alejandro Martínez-Carreón
    Studysummary This case study reported on a 30-year-old male with autoimmune polyglandular syndrome type 2, highlighting rare co-occurrence with alopecia universalis and emphasizing the importance of recognizing non-endocrine symptoms for early diagnosis and management of autoimmune endocrinopathies.
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