Beta Thalassemia Revealing Hypothyroidism: A Case Report
April 2023
in “
World Journal of Advanced Research and Reviews
”
Studysummary This case report describes common thyroid disorders in a β-thalassemia patient with frequent blood transfusions, emphasizing the need for monitoring thyroid function in such patients.
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This case report discusses a 35-year-old patient with beta thalassemia, a hereditary condition affecting hemoglobin synthesis, who developed hypothyroidism after multiple blood transfusions. The patient exhibited symptoms such as moderate weight gain, hair loss, chills, and chronic constipation. Laboratory tests revealed elevated TSH levels and low T3 levels, indicating thyroid dysfunction. A cervical ultrasound showed an enlarged thyroid with nodules. The patient was treated with levothyroxine. The report highlights that thyroid disorders are common in patients with beta thalassemia who undergo frequent transfusions due to iron overload.
