Myxedema

A condition characterized by a dry, waxy type of swelling (EDEMA) with abnormal deposits of MUCOPOLYSACCHARIDES in the SKIN and other tissues. It is caused by a deficiency of THYROID HORMONES. The skin becomes puffy around the eyes and on the cheeks. The face is dull and expressionless with thickened nose and lips.

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Tree Number(s): C17.300.550.590, C19.874.482.638

MeSH Unique ID: D009230

Entry Terms:

• Myxedemas

See Also:

• Scleromyxedema

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Skin and Connective Tissue Diseases
Connective Tissue Diseases
Mucinoses
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Endocrine System Diseases
Thyroid Diseases
Hypothyroidism
Myxedema