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    Glossary Myxedema

    severe hypothyroidism causing skin and tissue swelling

    Myxedema is a severe form of hypothyroidism, where the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormones. This condition can lead to symptoms such as extreme fatigue, weight gain, cold intolerance, and swelling of the skin and tissues, particularly noticeable in the face and lower legs. In extreme cases, it can progress to myxedema coma, a life-threatening emergency requiring immediate medical attention.

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      research SUN-585 A Case of Atypical Myxedema in Hypothyroidism

      April 2019 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society”
      This case report describes an unusual instance of myxedema in a woman with severe hypothyroidism, presenting with skin findings in atypical locations and improvement following levothyroxine treatment.
      An Unusual Case of Myxedema Coma

      research 12361 An Unusual Case of Myxedema Coma

      October 2024 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society”
      This case report highlights that in severe illnesses like sepsis, myxedema coma can occur with less elevated TSH levels than typical for primary hypothyroidism, likely due to inflammatory cytokines affecting TSH secretion, even when central lesions are absent.

      research Lichen myxedematosus in a patient with hepatocellular carcinoma

      16 citations , August 2000 in “British Journal of Dermatology”
      In this case report, lichen myxedematosus associated with hepatocellular carcinoma showed progressive improvement in skin lesions without further treatment following tumor resection.
      Localized Alopecic Myxedema of the Scalp

      research Localized alopecic myxedema of the scalp

      June 2023 in “Dermatology online journal”
      In this case report, localized myxedema of the scalp was identified in a patient with Graves disease and Hashimoto thyroiditis, emphasizing the varied skin manifestations in autoimmune thyroid conditions.

      research A Case of pretibial myxedema with hyperthyroidism

      January 2000 in “Linchuang pifuke zazhi”
      This case report describes a 58-year-old man with pretibial myxedema and hyperthyroidism, highlighting his cardiac symptoms, exophthalmos, weight loss, and specific dermatological findings over the last four years.
      Thyroid Hormone Action on Skin

      research Thyroid hormone action on skin

      44 citations , July 2011 in “Dermato-endocrinology”
      This article reviews the skin condition myxedema associated with hypothyroidism, highlighting its characteristic non-pitting, glycosaminoglycan-rich nature, and reports no new results.
      Thyroid Hormone Action on Skin

      research Thyroid hormone action on skin.

      24 citations , July 2011 in “PubMed”
      This review discusses the classic skin characteristics of hypothyroidism, notably generalized myxedema caused by increased glycosaminoglycan deposition, and reports no clinical results.
      Dermatologic Manifestations of Endocrine Disorders

      research Dermatologic manifestations of endocrine disorders

      11 citations , July 2012 in “Current Opinion in Pediatrics”
      This review discusses dermatologic signs in childhood endocrine disorders and highlights their importance in early diagnosis and treatment, but it reports no new clinical findings.

      research Queen Anne sign

      3 citations , February 2022 in “Canadian Medical Association Journal”
      This case report describes a 72-year-old man who developed symptoms of fatigue and cold intolerance after discontinuing his levothyroxine treatment for hypothyroidism six months earlier.
      Hypothyroidism in Dogs

      research Hypothyroidism in Dogs

      3 citations , January 2013
      This chapter discusses hypothyroidism in dogs, highlighting that most cases are due to primary thyroid gland issues and that some breeds may have a hereditary predisposition; it reports no new clinical findings.
      Rebuttal to Max Rubin on Androgenetic Alopecia by Robert T. Leonard Jr, DO

      research Editor's Mailbox

      November 1997 in “Postgraduate Medicine”
      Robert T. Leonard Jr. disagrees with Max Rubin's negative views on hair loss treatment, advocating for hormonal tests in women and supporting the use of medications and surgery for androgenetic alopecia.
      Cutaneous Manifestations in Thyroid Disorders

      research Cutaneous Manifestations in Thyroid Disorders

      April 2017
      This study found that specific and nonspecific skin changes can serve as important indicators for diagnosing thyroid diseases, even in patients who appear clinically normal.
      Skin Manifestations of Endocrine Diseases

      research Skin manifestations of endocrine diseases

      4 citations , January 2015 in “Türk Patoloji Dergisi”
      This review discusses the skin manifestations of endocrine diseases and reports no new clinical findings, emphasizing the importance of recognizing these signs for early diagnosis.

      research 1249

      December 2012 in “Critical Care Medicine”
      This case report describes a rare presentation of myxedema coma in a 46-year-old woman, initially identified by acute pulmonary embolism, which was managed successfully with thyroid hormone and corticosteroid treatment.
      Clinical Dermatoendocrinology: Saving Lives by Looking at the Skin

      research Clinical dermatoendocrinology: saving lives by looking at the skin.

      January 2026 in “PubMed”
      This review described how skin inspection plays a critical role in diagnosing serious endocrine disorders by identifying various cutaneous manifestations linked to conditions like insulin resistance, diabetes, and hyper and hypothyroidism, highlighting its significance in early, life-saving detection.
      Cutaneous Changes in Hypothyroidism

      research Cutaneous changes in hypothyroidism

      1 citations , May 2006 in “Thyroid Research and Practice”
      In this study, 56% of patients with hypothyroidism had dry, coarse skin, while weight gain and lethargy were also common complaints.

      research Refractory Postsurgical Hypothyroidism in Nephrotic Syndrome

      May 2021 in “Journal of the Endocrine Society”
      This case report describes severe hypothyroidism exacerbated by nephrotic syndrome in a 62-year-old woman, with a diagnosis of membranous nephropathy linked to significant proteinuria.

      research Extensive scleredema adultorum with loss of eccrine glands

      2 citations , August 2014 in “Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology”
      This case report details a Taiwanese woman with scleredema adultorum and diabetes mellitus experiencing loss of eccrine glands, which led to frequent heat strokes and anhidrosis despite treatment.
      Treatment of Scleromyxoedema with Hydroxychloroquine

      research Treatment of scleromyxoedema with hydroxychloroquine

      10 citations , January 2003 in “Journal der Deutschen Dermatologischen Gesellschaft”
      In this study, hydroxychloroquine treatment in patients with scleromyxoedema led to complete or partial remission of skin symptoms and improved mobility, though it did not affect paraproteinaemia.
      Repigmentation of Gray Hair After Thyroid Hormone Treatment

      research Repigmentation of Gray Hair After Thyroid Hormone Treatment

      6 citations , January 2007 in “Actas dermo-sifiliográficas/Actas dermo-sifiliográficas”
      This study found that topical application of triiodothyronine (T3) can induce the transition of hair follicles from the telogen to the anagen phase in mice and stimulate hair shaft growth in vitro.
      Pediculosis

      research Pediculosis

      2 citations , June 1980 in “International Journal of Dermatology”
      This article on pediculosis lacks an abstract and does not report new research findings.
      Colchicine Therapy for Psoriasis

      research Colchicine Therapy for Psoriasis

      1 citations , April 1976 in “Archives of Dermatology”
      Sudden weight loss can cause significant hair loss, and using colchicine on the skin for psoriasis may be unsafe.
      Epidermal Renewal After Treatment of Primary Canine Hypothyroidism Using Levothyroxine

      research Epidermal Renewal after Treatment of Primary Canine Hypothyroidism using Levothyroxine

      January 2021 in “Acta Scientiae Veterinariae”
      In this study, researchers observed that administering the minimum dose of levothyroxine to a hypothyroid Dalmatian effectively restored normal skin condition and hormonal levels, suggesting levothyroxine's potential effectiveness in managing skin changes caused by hypothyroidism in dogs.