SUBCLINICAL HYPOTHYROIDISM IN PATIENTS WITH NON SPECIFIC SYMPTOMS
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Abstract
Objectives: This study was conducted to find the frequency of sub clinical hypothyroidism in patients who presented
with nonspecific symptoms.
Material and Methods: This was a cross sectional observational study conducted on patients presenting in the
outpatient department with nonspecific symptoms between January 2009 and December 2009. After evaluating
patients for other medical conditions a thyroid function test was performed. A standardized questionnaire was filled
with all the clinical details and results were tabulated.
Results: Of the two hundred patients who were screened for thyroid status, 24 patients had an elevated TSH with a
normal T4. Of these 16 were female. The frequency was highest in the 55 to 65 years age group. The most common
symptom was weakness and lethargy.
Conclusion: Subclinical hypothyroidism is a relatively common condition which is usually undiagnosed unless
specifically looked for.
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