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DictionarySeemyxedemamyxedematous
myx·e·dem·a·tous (mik'sĕ-dem'ă-tŭs), Relating to myxedema.myx·e·dem·a·tous (miks'ĕ-dem'ă-tŭs) Relating to myxedema.
Synonym(s): myxoedematous. myxedema (mik-sĕ-dē′mă ) [ myx- + edema] 1. Infiltration of the skin by mucopolysaccharides, which give it a waxy or coarsened appearance and create nonpitting edema. Myxedematous skin is seen particularly in patients with hypothyroidism. 2. The clinical and metabolic manifestations of hypothyroidism in adults, adolescents, and children. myxedematous (-dem′ăt-ūs, -dēm′), adjectiveSymptomsThe hypothyroid patient often complains of sluggishness, intolerance of cold, apathy, fatigue, and constipation. Findings may include infiltration of the subcutaneous layers of the skin by mucopolysaccharides. The hair may become dry and brittle. If the syndrome is left untreated, hypothermia, coma, and death may result. TreatmentThyroid hormone replacement reverses the symptoms and reestablishes normal metabolic function. childhood myxedemaMyxedema occurring before puberty.operative myxedemaMyxedema following removal of the thyroid gland.pituitary myxedemaMyxedema occurring secondary to anterior pituitary hypofunction.pretibial myxedemaEdema of the anterior surface of the legs following hyperthyroidism and exophthalmos. |