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(Created page with "(Overt) '''hypothyroidism''' refers to decreased production of T3 and T4 by the thyroid gland. It’s a common condition. Chronic hypothyroidism is almost always due to Hashimoto thyroiditis. Subclinical hypothyroidism is very common, but despite being subclinical it may be associated with adverse outcomes on cardiovascular disease. Also, most patients with subclinical hypothyroidism progress into overt hypothyroidism. == Etiology == * Primary hypothyroidism ** Th...") |
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*** [[Hashimoto thyroiditis]] | *** [[Hashimoto thyroiditis]] | ||
*** [[De Quervain thyroiditis]] | *** [[De Quervain thyroiditis]] | ||
*** Postpartum thyroiditis | *** [[Postpartum thyroiditis]] | ||
** Following surgical thyroid removal or radioiodine treatment | ** Following surgical thyroid removal or radioiodine treatment | ||
** [[Iodine deficiency]] | ** [[Iodine deficiency]] | ||