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Coexistence of Hypothyroidism and Vitiligo Vulgaris: A Case Report

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Vitiligo vulgaris is a chronic depigmenting disorder commonly linked to autoimmune diseases, particularly autoimmune thyroid conditions. We report a case of a 34-year-old female patient with well-controlled primary hypothyroidism for four years who, during a routine follow-up at the outpatient thyroid clinic in the nuclear medicine department of a tertiary care centre, noted the recent appearance of asymptomatic depigmented patches on her right forearm and left leg. Dermatological examination confirmed a diagnosis of vitiligo vulgaris. With no systemic symptoms and normal thyroid function, the coexistence suggests a shared autoimmune predisposition. This case highlights the importance of routine follow-up in identifying emerging autoimmune features and reinforces the value of a multidisciplinary approach in managing chronic autoimmune disorders.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.91669

Authors: Pankaj Kumar, Md Jawed Akhtar

Institutions: All India Institute of Medical Sciences, Patna, Indira Gandhi Institute of Medical Sciences

Language: English

Topic: Thyroid Disorders and Treatments

Subfield: Endocrinology, Diabetes and Metabolism

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4414015483