Canadian Health Information Management Association Practice Exam

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Hypothyroidism during adulthood can produce which of the following disorders?

Acromegaly.
Graves' Disease.
Hypoglycemia.
Myxedema.

The correct answer is: Myxedema.

Myxedema is a serious condition that arises from advanced or untreated hypothyroidism, particularly in adults. Hypothyroidism leads to an underproduction of thyroid hormones, which are critical for regulating metabolism and various bodily functions. As a consequence of this deficiency, individuals may experience excessive accumulation of mucopolysaccharides in the skin and other tissues, resulting in characteristic symptoms such as swelling, dryness, and thickening of the skin, especially around the face and lower extremities. This condition is a direct manifestation of prolonged thyroid hormone deficiency and is associated with severe hypothyroidism. In contrast, while the other options represent different disorders, they are not directly caused by hypothyroidism. Acromegaly is a disorder related to excess growth hormone, Graves' Disease is an autoimmune condition causing hyperthyroidism, and hypoglycemia refers to abnormally low blood sugar levels, which are not linked to thyroid hormone deficiency in the same way that myxedema is. Understanding the implications of hypothyroidism helps connect it directly to the development of myxedema in adults, emphasizing the significance of adequate thyroid hormone levels for maintaining overall health.