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Case Reports
. 2023 Oct;12(10):2510-2512.
doi: 10.4103/jfmpc.jfmpc_2366_21. Epub 2023 Oct 11.

Thyrotoxicosis: A paradox

Himmatrao S Bawaskar  1 , Pramodini H Bawaskar  1
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Thyrotoxicosis: A paradox

Himmatrao S Bawaskar et al. J Family Med Prim Care. 2023 Oct.

Abstract

Incidence of thyroid dysfunctions including hypo- or hyperthyroidism is significantly increased. Hyperthyroidism is common in males, and hypothyroidism is often seen in females. Here, we report two female patients suffering from hyperthyroidism, but their signs and symptoms are totally opposite to each other.

Keywords: Apathetic; catecholamines; depression; hyperthyroitoxicosis; thyroid.

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Figures

Figure 1
Figure 1
Apathetic thyrotoxicosis, bilateral ptosis (arrow), mild diffuse enlargement thyroid gland, look depressed
Figure 2
Figure 2
Propped up eyes, retraction of upper eyelid (exophthalmos), look anxious
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