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Myxedema Coma: Recognizing and Treating Severe Hypothyroidism in Emergencies
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Myxedema Coma: Recognizing and Treating Severe Hypothyroidism in Emergencies

Myxedema coma is a rare but deadly complication of untreated hypothyroidism, causing hypothermia, confusion, and organ failure. Immediate IV thyroid hormone and infection control are critical. Delayed treatment increases death risk by 10% per hour.

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