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This is an unusual case presentation that has been well documented by the authors. We all learn in medical school that hypothyroidism is one of those conditions that can present in many varied ways. In today’s guidelines-based world this case is a useful a reminder of an important clinical lesson; check the serum TSH in [...]Read More...