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Content updated on Jun 1, 2022
What is generalized myxedema?
Generalized myxedema involves dry, waxy, swollen and pale/yellowish skin. It happens when there is severe hypothyroidism - very low levels of the thyroid hormone circulating in the bloodstream. If untreated, serious complications of hypothyroidism can occur including myxedema coma (loss of brain function due to severe, long standing hypothyroidism). This condition is most common amongst women aged 30 to 60.
Symptoms of generalized myxedema
Hair loss
Questions your doctor may ask to check for generalized myxedema
Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose generalized myxedema
Have you felt that you are losing more hair recently?
Treatment for generalized myxedema
Treatment is as for hypothyroidism - with appropriate supplementation of thyroid hormones, even severe generalized myxedema can improve dramatically.
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Seiji Kanazawa, MD, PHD
Obstetrics and gynecology (OBGYN)
National Center for Child Health and Development, Japan