A case of myxedema after prolonged iodide ingestion is reported in detail. The relevant literature is reviewed. It is believed that the syndrome is primarily caused by prolonged block of thyroid ...

In 593 of these the state of thyroid function could be established by criteria other than the radioiodine study. Thirty patients had spontaneous myxedema, 70 were considered to be hyperthyroid ...

The thyroid gland primarily secretes two hormones, thyroxine and triiodothyronine, commonly known as T4 and T3.

Medically reviewed by Katlein Franca, MD Skin, hair, and nail changes such as a thyroid rash are common with thyroid disease. These changes can be due to hormonal imbalances caused by thyroid disease.