Hashimoto thyroiditis is a condition that affects the function of the thyroid, which is a butterfly-shaped gland in the lower neck. The thyroid makes hormones that help regulate a wide variety of critical body functions. For example, thyroid hormones influence growth and development, body temperature, heart rate, menstrual cycles, and weight. Hashimoto thyroiditis is a form of chronic inflammation that can damage the thyroid, reducing its ability to produce hormones.
Hashimoto thyroiditis is thought to result from a combination of genetic and environmental factors. Some of these factors have been identified, but many remain unknown.
Hashimoto thyroiditis affects 1 to 2 percent of people in the United States. It occurs more often in women than in men, which may be related to hormonal factors. The condition is the most common cause of thyroid underactivity (hypothyroidism) in the United States.
The inheritance pattern of Hashimoto thyroiditis is unclear because many genetic and environmental factors appear to be involved. However, the condition can cluster in families, and having a close relative with Hashimoto thyroiditis or another autoimmune disorder likely increases a person's risk of developing the condition.
Juan Jaume is an Endocrinologist in Toledo, Ohio. Jaume has been practicing medicine for over 38 years and is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hashimoto Thyroiditis. He is also highly rated in 7 other conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hashimoto Thyroiditis, Thyroid Cancer, Graves Disease, and Hyperthyroidism. He is licensed to treat patients in Wisconsin and Ohio. Jaume is currently accepting new patients.
Robert Krysiak practices in Katowice, Poland. Krysiak is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hashimoto Thyroiditis. He is also highly rated in 68 other conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hashimoto Thyroiditis, Hypothyroidism, Autoimmune Polyglandular Syndrome Type 2, Autoimmune Polyendocrinopathy-Candidiasis-Ectodermal Dystrophy (APECED), and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).
Tommaso Aversa practices in Messina, Italy. Aversa is rated as an Elite expert by MediFind in the treatment of Hashimoto Thyroiditis. He is also highly rated in 20 other conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Hypothyroidism, Turner Syndrome, Hashimoto Thyroiditis, Intersex, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT).
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Published Date: August 01, 2020Published By: National Institutes of Health