Hashimoto's thyroiditis or chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease where the body's own antibodies attack the cells of the thyroid.
In many cases, Hashimoto's thyroiditis usually results in hypothyroidism, although in its acute phase, it can cause a transient thyrotoxic state.
Physiologically, antibodies to thyroid peroxidase and/or thyroglobulin cause gradual destruction of follicles in the thyroid gland. Accordingly, the disease can be detected clinically by looking for these antibodies.
Diagnosis of Hashimoto's disease is based on your symptoms and the results of blood tests that measure levels of thyroid hormone and thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH).
These may include:
A hormone test. Blood tests can determine the amount of hormones produced by your thyroid and pituitary glands. If your thyroid is underactive, the level of thyroid hormone is low. At the same time, the level of TSH is elevated because your pituitary gland tries to stimulate your thyroid gland to produce more thyroid hormones T3 and T4.
An antibody test. Because Hashimoto's disease is an autoimmune disorder, the cause involves production of abnormal antibodies. A blood test may confirm the presence of such antibodies.; Thyroglobulins.
In the past, doctors were unable to detect underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism), the main indicator of Hashimoto's disease, until signs and symptoms were fairly advanced. But by using the sensitive TSH test, doctors are able to diagnose thyroid disorders much earlier, often before you experience any signs and symptoms. Because the TSH TEST IS the best screening test, your doctor will likely check TSH first and follow with a thyroid hormone test if needed. TSH tests also play an important role in managing hypothyroidism. These tests also help your doctor determine the right dosage of medication, both initially and over time.
Symptoms of Hashimoto's thyroiditis include symptoms of hypothyroidism and a goiter.
2007-04-28 23:54:22
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answered by rosieC 7
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The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland that sits low on the front of the neck. Your thyroid lies below your Adam’s apple, along the front of the windpipe. The thyroid has two side lobes, connected by a bridge (isthmus) in the middle. When the thyroid is its normal size, you’re unlikely to be able to feel it.
All types of hyperthyroidism are due to overproduction of thyroid hormones, but the condition can develop in several ways.
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2015-01-28 11:28:20
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answered by Anonymous
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2016-04-13 23:25:06
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answered by Anonymous
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You need to have a blood test checking, TSH and T-3&T-4 full thyroid panel. Your doctor may want to do a nuclear test that scans your thyroid also. I have had it done and its not bad. Have it checked out soon K? Good Luck
2007-04-28 23:48:25
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answered by ridder 5
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2014-09-07 14:07:52
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answered by Anonymous
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