causes for hypothyroidism
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- 1 There are many disorders that result in hypothyroidism, for example, autoimmune disorders, thyroid removal, prescription medications, pituitary disease, and iodine deficiency.  The thyroid gland is regulated by another gland that is located in the brain, the pituitary.
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Slideshow: Thyroid Symptoms and Solutions In some cases, hypothyroidism results from a problem with the pituitary gland, which is at the base of the brain. This gland produces thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), which tells the thyroid to do its job. If your pituitary gland does not produce enough TSH, levels of thyroid hormones will fall. Other causes of hypothyroidism include temporary inflammation of the thyroid or medications that affect thyroid function.
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Thyroid - Hashimoto's disease Various conditions can cause hypothyroidism. One of the most common causes is Hashimoto’s disease, which is inflammation of the thyroid gland that reduces the secretion of thyroid hormones. Hashimoto’s disease is considered to be an autoimmune disease.
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Could Hypothyroidism Cause the Anxiety? Hypothyroidismcan cause either anxiety or depression. The main symptoms of hypothyroidism are mild or even severe fatigue, depression, abrupt weight gain or weight loss, menstrual irregularities, disrupt in bowel movement, and an increased sensitivity to cold or hot objects.
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Introduction to Anxiety Caused by Hypothyroidism Hypothyroid and Anxiety. Only a doctor can diagnose hypothyroidism. The good news, however, is that even if your anxiety is caused by a low production of thyroid hormone, mental health treatments still work. Anxiety can be controlled through the same tactics that those with other anxiety disorders use to control their symptoms.
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Overview Hashimoto’s is the most common cause of hypothyroidism, an underactive thyroid. The thyroid releases hormones that regulate your metabolism, body temperature, and muscle strength. Hashimoto’s disease is an autoimmune disorder. The antibodies in your body attack the cells of the thyroid. Doctors do not know why this happens. Some scientists think genetic factors may be involved. The cause of Hashimoto’s disease is not known. However, several risk factors have been identified for the disease.
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Information on the symptoms of hashimoto's thyroiditis The most common cause of hypothyroidism in the United States is Hashimoto's disease. In people with Hashimoto's disease, the immune system mistakenly attacks the thyroid. This attack damages the thyroid so that it does not make enough hormones.
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Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid) The most common cause of hypothyroidism is Hashimoto's thyroiditis. Thyroiditis is an inflammation of the thyroid gland. Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune disorder. With Hashimoto’s, your body produces antibodies that attack and destroy the thyroid gland. Thyroiditis may also be caused by a viral infection. Other causes of hypothyroidism include: Radiation therapy to the neck area. Treating certain cancers, such as lymphoma, requires radiation to the neck. Radiation damages the cells in the thyroid.
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- Hypothyroidism (hy-poh-THY-roi-diz-uhm) is when your thyroid does not make enough thyroid hormones. It is also called underactive thyroid. This slows down many of your body's functions, like your metabolism. The most common cause of hypothyroidism in the United States is Hashimoto's disease.
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Hypothyroidism  (Underactive) Hypothyroidism is an underactive thyroid gland. Hypothyroidism means that the thyroid gland can’t make enough thyroid hormone to keep the body running normally. People are hypothyroid if they have too little thyroid hormone in the blood. Common causes are autoimmune disease, surgical removal of the thyroid, and radiation treatment.
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Hypothyroidism: Overview, Causes, and Symptoms Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the body lacks sufficient thyroid hormone. Since the main purpose of thyroid hormone is to run the body's metabolism, it is understandable that people with this condition will have symptoms associated with a slow metabolism.The estimates vary, but approximately 10 million Americans have this common medical condition.here are two fairly common causes of hypothyroidism. The first is a result of previous (or currently ongoing) inflammation of the thyroid gland, which leaves a large percentage of the cells of the thyroid damaged (or dead) and incapable of producing sufficient hormone.
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What is Hypothyroidism? Hypothyroidism Symptoms Causes of Hypothyroidism. There are two main causes of hypothyroidism. The first is a result of inflammation of the thyroid gland, which damages the thyroid cells and leaves them incapable of producing sufficient hormones. The most common cause of this kind of inflammation is Hashimoto's disease (see below).
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Understanding Thyroid Problems -- the Basics Causes of hypothyroidism include: 1  Hashimoto's thyroiditis: In this autoimmune disorder, the body attacks thyroid tissue. 2  The tissue eventually dies and stops producing hormones.
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Hypothyroidism - Cause 1 The pituitary gland and hypothalamus produce hormones that control the thyroid and, as a result, affect its ability to produce thyroid hormone. 2  Excessive iodine, which, in food or medicines, can reduce the function of the thyroid gland. 3  This is usually temporary. 4  Congenital hypothyroidism.ess common causes include: 1  Infections. 2  Medicines. 3  In rare cases, disorders of the pituitary gland or the hypothalamus (secondary and tertiary forms of hypothyroidism). 4  Excessive iodine, which, in food or medicines, can reduce the function of the thyroid gland. 5  Congenital hypothyroidism.
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What is hypothyroidism? Hypothyroidism is a condition that occurs when the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormones to meet the needs of the body. The thyroid creates two thyroid hormones, triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4) that regulate metabolism.
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Thyroid Disorders Hypothyroidism results from the thyroid gland producing an insufficient amount of thyroid hormone. It can develop from problems within the thyroid gland, pituitary gland, or hypothalamus. Symptoms of hypothyroidism can include: Fatigue.
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Thyroid Problems 1 The most common cause of hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism occurs due to problems within the thyroid and not the regulatory system.  Thyroid goiter: Thyroid goiter is any enlargement of the thyroid that can occur with hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism but also with benign and malignant (cancerous) nodules. Worldwide, the most common cause of goiter is iodine deficiency.
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Hypothyroidism - Primary Many permanent or temporary conditions can reduce thyroid hormone secretion and cause hypothyroidism. About 95% of hypothyroidism cases occur from problems that start in the thyroid gland.
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Understanding Thyroid Problems -- the Basics Causes of hypothyroidism include: 1  Hashimoto's thyroiditis: In this autoimmune disorder, the body attacks thyroid tissue. 2  The tissue eventually dies and stops producing hormones. 3  Removal of the thyroid gland: The thyroid may have been surgically removed or chemically destroyed.he most common thyroid problems involve abnormal production of thyroid hormones. Too much thyroid hormone results in a condition known as hyperthyroidism.
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- An infection, exposure to cold, trauma, and certain medications may often cause a worsening of hypothyroidism. Seek immediate attention at a hospital's emergency department if you have these signs and symptoms associated with thyroid problems. Shortness of breath.
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- The most common cause of hypothyroidism is Hashimoto's thyroiditis. Thyroiditis is an inflammation of the thyroid gland. Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune disorder. With Hashimoto’s, your body produces antibodies that attack and destroy the thyroid gland.Thyroiditis may also be caused by a viral infection.he thyroid needs iodine to produce thyroid hormone. Your body doesn't make iodine, so you need to get it through your diet. Iodized table salt is rich in iodine. Other food sources of iodine include shellfish, saltwater fish, eggs, dairy products, and seaweed.
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- In children and adolescents (not infants), hypothyroidism is most often caused by an inflamed thyroid gland. The inflamed gland (thyroiditis) is usually caused by an autoimmune attack or a viral infection.
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- Autoimmune diseases, surgery, and radiation treatment are possible reasons why your thyroid gland isn't making enough thyroid hormone to meet your body's needs. Whatever the cause, medicine can get your hypothyroidism under control.
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Understanding Thyroid Problems -- the Basics Hypothyroidism , by contrast, stems from an underproduction of thyroid hormones. Since your body's energy production requires certain amounts of thyroid hormones, a drop in hormone production leads to lower energy levels. Causes of hypothyroidism include:
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Fatigued or full throttle: Is your thyroid to blame? Causes of hypothyroidism may include: Hashimoto's thyroiditis: In this autoimmune disorder, the body attacks thyroid tissue. The tissue eventually dies and stops producing hormones. Other autoimmune disorders occur with this condition and other family members may also be affected by this condition.
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Hypothyroidism  (Underactive) Hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism is an underactive thyroid gland. Hypothyroidism means that the thyroid gland can’t make enough thyroid hormone to keep the body running normally. People are hypothyroid if they have too little thyroid hormone in the blood. Common causes are autoimmune disease, surgical removal of the thyroid, and radiation treatment.