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In the book "Human Physiology: From Cells to Systems, Fourth Edition," Lauralee Sherwood writes that this autoimmune disease causes the body to overproduce thyroid-stimulating immunoglobulin (TSI), an antibody that targets the thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH).
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∙ 10y ago
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∙ 13y agoGraves' disease has no proven cause, although people who have had the condition tend to show some sort of genetic predisposition. In other words, don't worry about it; it's genetic and nothing to worry about (unless you strongly suspect you have it, but if you're a hypochondriac don't waste the doctor's time unless you're certain).
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∙ 10y agoHashimoto's disease develops when the immune system attacks the thyroid gland. It may be related to such hormone-related (endocrine system) disorders as: Addison's disease, Diabetes mellitus, Graves' disease, Vitiligo,
As Lauralee Sherwood describes in "Human Physiology: From Cells to Systems, Fourth Edition,"Hasimoto's occurs when there is a production of antibodies against the thyroid protein thyroglobulin. This leads to the deterioration of the thyroid gland's hormone production.
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∙ 13y agoExophthalmos (eyes bulging out of their sockets) occurs with Graves' disease of the thyroid, and with tumors behind the eyes. If the eyes bulge out too far, the lids cannot close over them.
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∙ 10y agoGraves disease is also called as autoimmune thyroiditis. Exact cause is not known for the same. Probably some infection may be the cause for the same.
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What is hashimoto's disease?
Hashimoto's causes inflammation of the thyroid gland. It also causes the thyroid gland to become underactive, or hypothyroid
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.
Thyroid extract for hashimoto's disease?
Is thyroid USP extract natural compound suitable for hashimoto's disease??
What autoimmune disease destroys thyroid tissue?
When the immune system attacks the thyroid tissue, Hashimoto's thyroiditis or Graves' disease can develop. While both conditions are classified as thyroid autoimmune diseases, they have different symptoms and treatments.
Is Hashimoto disease more common in males or female patients?
Hashimoto's disease is an autoimmune disease that affects the thyroid. It also is called Hashimoto's thyroiditis. Hashimoto's disease is about 7 times more common in women than in men. It can occur in teens and young women, but more commonly shows up in middle age.
What does Hashimoto's disease do to the human body?
Hashimoto's disease slowly destroys thyroid tissue and robs the gland of its ability to change iodine into T4.
Why use radiation for hashimolos?
Radiation would not be used as treatment for Hashimoto's disease. However, Hashimoto's disease can be a consequence of exposure to radiation from environmental sources or cancer treatment.
What is the condition in which the immume system mistakenly attacks the thyroid?
When the immune system mistakenly attacks a normal part of the body, this is known as autoimmunity. Autoimmunity that causes hypOthyroidism (low thyroid) is called Hashimoto's Thyroiditis. This condition can also cause hypERthyroidism as well. There are specific antibodies in patients with Hashimoto's. Autoimmunity that causes hypERthyroidism is usually a condition known as Graves' Disease. There are specific antibodies in patients with Graves' Disease.
Can hashimoto's thyroiditis cause sleepwalking?
Hashimoto's thyroiditis can cause antibody attacks to the brain. This can cause a myriad of symptoms, especially if left untreated. It is possible that sleepwalking could be the result of Hashimoto's disease.
What condition develops when the immune system attacks and destroys the thyroid gland?
Hashimoto's Thyroiditis
When was Hashimoto's disease discovered?
Hashimoto's Thyroiditis is a thyroid gland disorder that was discovered by Dr. Hakaru Hashimoto in 1912. The disorder is also known by the names, 'Chronic Lymphocytic Thyroiditis,' and, 'Autoimmune Thyroiditis.'
Is it safe for some one with Hashimoto's disease to go on a juice fast?
Yes
