A Case of Sheehan's Syndrome that Manifested as Bilateral Ptosis
Journal of Korean Medical Science
;
: 580-582, 2011.
Article
in English
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ABSTRACT
Hypothyroidism can cause a variety of signs and symptoms of the neuromuscular system. However, ptosis in a patient with hypothyroidism is very rare. We report here on a case of central hypothyroidism that was due to Sheehan's syndrome and it manifested as bilateral ptosis in a 51-yr-old woman. She complained of exertional dyspnea and weakness. About 25-yr ago, she had a history of severe postpartum vaginal bleeding. The laboratory studies demonstrated hypopituitarism with secondary hypothyroidism. The ptosis was improved by replacement of thyroid hormone. Hypothyroidism should be considered in the differential diagnosis of patients who manifest with ptosis and that prompt replacement of hormone can lead to a complete recovery.
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Main subject:
Thyroxine
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Blepharoptosis
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Prednisolone
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Magnetic Resonance Imaging
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Electromyography
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Glucocorticoids
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Hypopituitarism
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Hypothyroidism
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Muscular Diseases
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Neuromuscular Junction
Limits:
Female
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Humans
Language:
English
Journal:
Journal of Korean Medical Science
Year:
2011
Type:
Article
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