Autoimmune Polyglandular Syndrome II: A Case Report
Olfat Awad,
Hadil Basma,
Rim Masri
et al.
Abstract:Autoimmune polyglandular syndrome II (APS-II), also known as Schmidt syndrome, is a rare endocrine disorder characterized by endocrine and non-endocrine illnesses. Addison’s disease and at least one additional autoimmune condition, such as autoimmune thyroid disease or type 1 diabetes mellitus (T1DM), are features of APS-II. It can result from genetic and non-genetic factors. We present a case of a 60-year-old female patient with a history of T1DM and a recent diagnosis of Hashimoto's thyroiditis who was admit… Show more
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