Associations to the word «Myxedema»

Wiktionary

MYXEDEMA, noun. (pathology) A form of cutaneous and dermal edema that is secondary to increased deposition of connective tissue components in subcutaneous tissue.

Dictionary definition

MYXEDEMA, noun. Hypothyroidism marked by dry skin and swellings around lips and nose as well as mental deterioration.

Wise words

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