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Instance: Hypothyroidism

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Cui C0020676
Definition A syndrome that results from abnormally low secretion of THYROID HORMONES from the THYROID GLAND, leading to a decrease in BASAL METABOLIC RATE. In its most severe form, there is accumulation of MUCOPOLYSACCHARIDES in the SKIN and EDEMA, known as MYXEDEMA.
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UMLSSynonyms Subthyroidism, Thyroid_insufficiency

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