MYXEDEMAS
\mˈa͡ɪksɪdɪməz], \mˈaɪksɪdɪməz], \m_ˈaɪ_k_s_ɪ_d_ɪ_m_ə_z]\
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A condition characterized by a dry, waxy type of swelling with abnormal deposits of mucin in the skin and other tissues. It is produced by a functional insufficiency of the thyroid gland, resulting in deficiency of thyroid hormone. The skin becomes puffy around the eyes and on the cheeks and the face is dull and expressionless with thickened nose and lips. The congenital form of the disease is CRETINISM.
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