Euthyroid sick syndrome (patient information)
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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1]; Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief:
Overview
Euthyroid sick syndrome is a condition which is seen in severe illness such as burns, malignancy, sepsis, myocardial infarction, pneumonia and cirrhosis.
What are the symptoms of (Euthyroid sick syndrome)?
Signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism associated with euthyroid sick syndrome varies from person to person. Usual symptoms are the following:
- Fatigue and weakness
- Weight gain
- Puffy face
- Cold intolerance
- Joint and muscle pain
- Constipation
- Bradycardia
- Depression
- Irregular menstrual periods in women
- Infertility
What causes (Euthyroid sick syndrome)?
Euthyroid sick syndrome can be caused by any serious illness. The most common causes include:
- Sepsis
- Malignancy
- Trauma
- Surgery
- Burns
- Bone marrow transplantation
- Metabolic disorders
- Other Inflammatory conditions
- Any major condition of
Who is at highest risk?
Euthyroid sick syndrome is seen in 40% of patients presenting with any major illness. In intensive care unit (ICU) patient's the rate is as high as 70-75%.
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What to expect (Outlook/Prognosis)?
Possible complications
Sources
http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000434.htm