Wilson's temperature syndrome

Wilson's Temperature Syndrome

Wilson's Temperature Syndrome (wil-sən's tem-prə-cher sin-drōm, from the name of the doctor who first described it, Dr. Denis Wilson) is a controversial and not widely accepted medical condition characterized by a low body temperature and persistent symptoms of fatigue, headache, mood swings, and depression, despite normal thyroid function tests.

Symptoms

The symptoms of Wilson's Temperature Syndrome are non-specific and can vary widely among individuals. They may include:

Diagnosis

The diagnosis of Wilson's Temperature Syndrome is controversial. It is based on the presence of the symptoms listed above, a body temperature consistently below 98.6 degrees Fahrenheit (37 degrees Celsius), and normal thyroid function tests. Some practitioners also use a therapeutic trial of T3 therapy to confirm the diagnosis.

Treatment

The treatment of Wilson's Temperature Syndrome is also controversial. It typically involves the use of sustained-release T3 therapy, a form of thyroid hormone replacement. However, this treatment approach is not widely accepted in the medical community.

Controversy

The existence of Wilson's Temperature Syndrome as a distinct medical condition is not widely accepted. Many medical professionals consider the symptoms to be non-specific and the diagnostic criteria to be arbitrary. The use of T3 therapy is also controversial, as it can have serious side effects and there is limited evidence to support its effectiveness.

External links

Medical encyclopedia article on Wilson's temperature syndrome
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Wilson's temperature syndrome