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Summary
Hashimoto thyroiditis is an auto immune disease in which the body’s immune system works against its
own tissues. This leads to hypothyroidism where the thyroid gland does not secrete enough hormones
needed for the body.
Article Body:
This can lead to hypothyroidism, a condition in which the thyroid does not make enough hormones for
the body's needs.There is also gradual loss of thyroid function which is accompanied by enlarged
thyroid gland,which is also known as goitre .This is commonly seen in women aged between 30-50yrs
of age.But rarely in men.The exact cause is unknown.It may be also caused due to genetics.
COMPLICATIONS
Properly diagnosed hypothyroidism can be treated with thyroid hormone replacement
therapy.Untreated hypothyroism leads to cardiomegaly,collection of fluid around the lungs(plural
effusion) and of the heart(pericardial effusion).
INVESTIGATIONS:-
Thyroid profile-TSH levels are usually high which is released by the pituitary gland to compensate the
reduced T3 and T4 hormones secreted by the thyroid gland.However these tests will confirm
hypothyroidism
Antibody screening:-Antithyroid antibody and
Thyroid scan are done to confirm hashimoto thyroiditis
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