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Jennifer A Walker1,2, Zachary Miles3
1Emergency Medicine, Baylor Scott & White All Saints Medical Center, Fort Worth, USA.
Cureus
|September 12, 2024
Summary
Hypothyroidism can cause rhabdomyolysis, a condition involving muscle breakdown, leading to delayed diagnosis and potential kidney injury. Recognizing this link is crucial for patients presenting with generalized weakness and body aches.
Area of Science:
- Internal Medicine
- Endocrinology
- Nephrology
Background:
- Non-specific complaints like generalized weakness and body aches are common in emergency departments.
- Hypothyroidism and rhabdomyolysis are recognized causes of these symptoms but often considered independently.
- Delayed diagnosis of underlying conditions can lead to disease progression.

