myxedema

/ˌmɪksɪˈdɛmə/; /ˌmɪksɪˈdɛmə/ MIK-si-DEM-ə

Definitions

1. noun

a condition characterized by swelling of the skin, typically caused by hypothyroidism

“She was diagnosed with myxedema and required lifelong treatment to manage her condition.”

Synonyms

  • cretinism
  • hypothyroidism

Antonyms

  • goiter
  • hyperthyroidism