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Diseases

Myxedema Coma

A rare and life-threatening complication of hypothyroidism (low levels of thyroid hormones in the bloodstream) characterized by loss of brain function (coma). ... Myxedema Coma is a medical emergency.

SYMPTOMS

  • Fatigue
  • Lethargy
  • Mental impairment
  • Depression
  • Cold intolerance
  • Hoarseness
  • Dry skin
  • Weight gain

CAUSES

Myxedema coma occurs as a result of long-standing, undiagnosed, orundertreated hypothyroidism and is usually precipitated by a systemic illness.Myxedema Coma can result from any of the causes of hypothyroidism, most commonly chronic autoimmune thyroiditis

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Bengaluru

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