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Cutaneous manifestations of thyroid disease
1Division of Dermatology, University of Medicine and Dentistry, New Jersey, Robert Wood Johnson Medical School at Camden.
Journal of the American Academy of Dermatology
|June 1, 1992
Summary
Thyroid disease presents diverse skin changes across all ages. This review details thyroid physiology, specific lesions, and skin alterations linked to hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism.
Area of Science:
- Endocrinology
- Dermatology
Background:
- Thyroid dysfunction significantly impacts skin health.
- Cutaneous changes are common in both hyperthyroid and hypothyroid states.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review thyroid gland physiology.
- To explore specific thyroid-related skin lesions and malignancies.
- To discuss nonspecific skin changes in thyroid disorders.
Main Methods:
- Literature review focusing on thyroid disease and dermatology.
- Analysis of specific cutaneous manifestations.
- Examination of associations with systemic disorders.
Main Results:
- Thyroid disease causes varied skin manifestations affecting all age groups.
- Specific lesions include thyroglossal duct cysts and metastatic thyroid cancer.
- Nonspecific changes are observed in hyperthyroid and hypothyroid conditions.
Conclusions:
- Understanding the skin manifestations of thyroid disease is crucial for diagnosis.
- Thyroid disorders have numerous associations with other skin and systemic conditions.