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Acquired hypothyroidism

Acquired hypothyroidism: Introduction

Acquired hypothyroidism: Acquired hypothyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland makes too little or no thyroid hormone. Acquired hypothyroidism can be caused by both thyroid disease (primary hypothyroidism) and hypothalamic-pituitary disease (central hypothyroidism). More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Acquired hypothyroidism is available below.

Symptoms of Acquired hypothyroidism

• Declining growth velocity resulting in short stature
• Sluggishness
• Lethargy
• Cold intolerance
• Constipation
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Causes of Acquired hypothyroidism

• Hypothalamic pituitary disease
• Primary hypothyroidism
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More information about causes of Acquired hypothyroidism:

• Underlying causes of Acquired hypothyroidism

Treatments for Acquired hypothyroidism

• Levothyroxine
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Evidence Based Medicine Research for Acquired hypothyroidism

Medical research articles related to Acquired hypothyroidism include:

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