[Rheumatologic manifestations of hypothyroidism]

Tunis Med. 2004 Jun;82(6):479-83.
[Article in French]

Abstract

Rheumatologic manifestations are varied during the hypothyroidism. They can be articular, abarticular, muscular or osseous, consequences of an inappropriate hormonal secretion. Their diagnosis is easy when hypothyroidism is known, but they can be inaugural. Their evolution is favorable under substitute treatment.

Publication types

  • English Abstract
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Bone Diseases / etiology*
  • Humans
  • Hypothyroidism / complications*
  • Joint Diseases / etiology
  • Muscular Diseases / etiology*
  • Nerve Compression Syndromes / etiology
  • Rheumatic Diseases / etiology*