Myxedema Sentence Examples
myxedema
People whose hypothyroidism remains undiagnosed and untreated may eventually develop myxedema.
Without immediate medical attention, myxedema coma can be fatal.
Myxedema coma can cause unresponsiveness; irregular, shallow breathing; low blood sugar; and drops in blood pressure and body temperature.
The doctor should be called if signs of hypothyroidism or myxedema are present.
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