Thyrotoxic myopathy affects ?
Correct Answer: Proximal limb muscles
Description: Thyrotoxic myopathy affects proximal limb muscles i.e. the front thigh muscles, arm muscles. Weakness is more when muscle contracts isometrically either while getting down steps or lifting a full bucket. Once hypehyroidism is controlled, recovery occurs. Reference : page 473 SRB's manual of surgery 5th edition
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