Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis (also known as Hashimoto’s disease) is a disorder that involves the immune system attacking the thyroid gland. Thyroid hormones control metabolism and consequently affect breathing, body temperature, weight, cholesterol levels, menstrual cycle, muscle strength, hair and skin, brain development, and heart and nervous system functions. Appreciating the significance in regulation of these actions, and considering that the thyroid gland is only about two inches long and … [Read more...] about In Search of a Common Cause Between Hashimoto’s, Hives, and IBS
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Hashimoto’s Disease
Hashimoto’s disease is one of a group of diseases known as autoimmune disorders. An autoimmune disorder occurs when, instead of protecting itself, the body’s immune system actually starts to attack the body’s own organs. In the case of Hashimoto’s the body attacks the thyroid gland. This causes white blood cells to accumulate inside the thyroid gland and eventually they begin to prevent the thyroid from producing hormones that are essential for proper bodily functions. For this reason, dealing … [Read more...] about Hashimoto’s Disease
Symptoms of Thyroid Disorder: Six Thyroid Tests You Should Ask For
Many people suffer for years with undiagnosed or underdiagnosed thyroid problems. How does this happen? When investigating the possible causes of the often debilitating fatigue that brings a patient to the Doctor’s office, many physicians only perform the routine TSH test. The average TSH test doesn’t tell the whole story. As the range of results accepted as “normal” is so broad, patients are often left without a definitive answer or solution. In addition, people who have the autoimmune … [Read more...] about Symptoms of Thyroid Disorder: Six Thyroid Tests You Should Ask For