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If hypothyroidism is untreated, can myxedema coma occur?
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Yes: Although rare today, myxedema coma can occur after months of untreated hypothyroidism.
Answered 4/13/2012
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Read about it: Myxedema coma is a relatively uncommon condition but it certainly can occur in persons with hypothyroidism. You can read about it by going to this link. http://www.aafp.org/afp/2000/1201/p2485.html.
Answered 9/28/2016
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