Melasma and thyroid profile: A case control

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Author Details : Suman Babu P S*, Sridevi Patil C

Volume : 6, Issue : 1, Year : 2020

Article Page : 76-78

https://doi.org/10.18231/j.ijced.2020.017

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Abstract

Introduction: Melasma is one of the common hyper pigmentation disorders presenting with symmetrical
brownish black patches on sun-exposed areas. Many studies have been conducted to determine the
relationship between Melasma and thyroid autoimmunity.
Aims and objectives: to evaluate the relationship between thyroid profile and Melasma patients
Materials and Methods: A case control study was carried out evaluating thyroid status (serum T3, T4 and
TSH) in 50 patients with Melasma and 50 individuals without Melasma. Statistical analysis was done.
Results: a total of 100 patients including both men and women were enrolled in the study. The age group
was 20-50 years. The F: M ratio was 7:1 in both cases and controls. Five (5) patients in the Melasma group
and three (3) patients in the control group showed hypothyroidism.
Conclusion: There is a suspicion in associating Melasma and thyroid disorders.

Keywords: Melasma hypothyroidism autoimmunity thyroid function tests, Thyroid stimulating hormone.

How to cite : Suman Babu P S, Sridevi Patil C, Melasma and thyroid profile: A case control. IP Indian J Clin Exp Dermatol 2020;6(1):76-78

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