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Thyrotoxic neuropathy- an under diagnosed condition.

V Sahni1, N Gupta, S Anuradha

  • 1Department of Internal Medicine, Drexel University College of Medicine, Philadelphia, PA 19102, USA,

The Medical Journal of Malaysia
|August 9, 2007
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Thyrotoxic neuropathy, a rare complication of hyperthyroidism, is often overlooked. Prompt diagnosis and treatment of thyroid dysfunction can effectively manage this treatable peripheral neuropathy.

Area of Science:

  • Neurology
  • Endocrinology

Background:

  • Thyrotoxicosis is commonly associated with various neuromuscular disorders.
  • Peripheral neuropathy is a less recognized neurological complication of thyrotoxicosis.

Observation:

  • A case study of a young woman presenting with subacute distal neuropathy as the initial symptom of thyrotoxicosis.
  • The patient's neuropathy showed improvement following antithyroid treatment.

Findings:

  • Peripheral neuropathy associated with thyrotoxicosis is underdiagnosed.
  • Thyroid function tests are crucial for identifying this treatable condition.

Implications:

  • Routine thyroid function testing is recommended for patients presenting with neuropathy.
  • Early diagnosis and management of thyrotoxicosis can lead to resolution of associated peripheral neuropathy.

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