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Hypothyroidism and skin changesE03.9

Author:Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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DefinitionThis section has been translated automatically.

Thyroid insufficiency with thyroid hormone deficiency in the target organs. S.u. Thyroid gland diseases, skin changes.

Clinical featuresThis section has been translated automatically.

Skin lesions: Pale yellow, cold, scaly skin, livedo reticularis, brittle nails, brittle hair; hypertrichosis of the back, shoulders and extremities due to prolongation of the anagen phase. Reversible after substitution of thyroid hormones. Diffuse myxoedema and circumscribed myxoedema (Jadassohn and Dossekker).
Extracutaneous manifestations: lack of drive, lack of concentration, sensitivity to cold, constipation, loss of libido.

TherapyThis section has been translated automatically.

Substitution with thyroid hormone in cooperation with the internist.

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer