Elephantiasic Pretibial Myxedema with Involvement of the Buttocks and Face
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To the Editor: Pretibial myxedema (PTM), a localized thyroid-associated dermopathy, is characterized by local thickening and remodeling of the skin − it is often associated with a group of autoimmune thyroid diseases (ATDs).[1] PTM is most frequently located across the lower legs, especially the pretibial areas or the dorsum of the foot. Rarely, the fingers and hands, elbows, arms, or face are affected. Here, we report an unusual case of PTM and vitiligo, involving buttocks and face.
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