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What is hashimoto's Hypothyroidism?
Hashimoto's and Hypothyroidism are actually different things, even though they both effect the thyroids. Hashimoto's disease is an autoimmune disease which causes antibodies to react against proteins in the thyroid gland, making the gland unable to perform its functions. Hypothyroidism itself is a condition, in which the thyroid is either underactive or totally unable to function. The link in this chain is that Hashimoto's disease is a leading cause of hypothyroidism. By Hashimoto's Hypothyroidism, I assume you mean Hypothyroidism caused by Hashimoto's disease.
Is hypothyroidism connected to lupus?
Lupus is a chronic, inflammatory, autoimmune disease that can affect any part of the body including the thyroid. People who have one autoimmune disease usually have other autoimmune diseases in overlap. It is possible for lupus to affect the thyroid, but autoimmune thyroid disease like Hashimoto's thyroiditis could be responsible.
What is an illness that can cause you to change facial appearance?
Scleroderma(systemic/diffuse) - an autoimmune disease; acromegaly; Cushing's syndrome; hypothyroidism
Are diabetes and hypothyroidism linked?
Well, diabetes and hypothyroidism are both autoimmune disorders. So if you have hypothyroidism and don't know it, you may get diagnosed with diabetes as well. Just look up autoimmune diseases and it will explain the link.
How do you get hypothyroidism disorder?
Here are some causes for hypothyroidism■ Autoimmune disease.■ Surgery on the thyroid gland■ Radiation treatment■ Congenital hypothyroidism■ Thyroiditis■ Medicines■ Too much or too little iodine■ Damage to the pituitary gland■ Rare disorders
What are alternative names for thyroid disease?
Some alternate names for thyroid disease are: Grave's Disease, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, autoimmune thyroiditis, thyroid struma, hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism and thyroid carcinoma...just to name a few.
Is hypothyroidism hereditary?
it can be..........it may result from autoimmune disorders that are hereditary.......
Is rubella an autoimmune disease?
Rubella is an infectious disease. It is not an autoimmune disease.
Is hypo active thyroids a form of cancer?
Hypothyroidism can be caused by autoimmune disease, radiation therapy, thyroid surgery and some medications. Please discuss your situation with your doctor.
Is their a diet for hypothyroidism with heart disease?
Suggest a diet for hypothyroidism patient with chronic heart disease.
Is chickenpox autoimmune?
Chickenpox is not an autoimmune disease. Chickenpox is a viral communicable disease.
Is ankylosing spondylitis an autoimmune disease?
Yes, ankylosing spondylitis is an autoimmune disease.
