Endocrine Surgery
Primary and Secondary Hypothyroidism
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What is primary and secondary hypothyroidism?
Hypothyroidism is a decreased activity of the thyroid gland which may affect all body functions. The rate of metabolism slows causing mental and physical sluggishness.
The most severe form of hypothyroidism is myxedema, a medical emergency.
Hypothyroidism can be caused by a problem with the thyroid itself (primary), or by the malfunction of the pituitary gland or hypothalamus (secondary).