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Myxedema coma

Myxedema coma

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A condition caused by a lack of thyroid hormone that results in a state of unconsciousness and non-responsiveness to stimulation.

Dr. Geoffreysss Rutledgeee reviewed this

41 years experience

How long it usually lasts:

Chronic (lasts years to lifelong)

How common it is:

Rare
Baby
0-2
Very common
Toddler
3-5
Very common
Preteen
6-13
Very common
Teenager
14-18
Very common
Young adult
19-40
Very common
Middle-aged adult
41-60
Very common
Senior
60+
Very common

Symptoms

Slow heart rate
Constipation
Fatigue
Dry or cracking skin
Physical slowness

Medications

Ratings show how effective doctors think these medications are at treating Myxedema coma
Triiodothyronine

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