Hashimoto's Thyroiditis

Category: Endocrine & Metabolic / Autoimmune Thyroid Diseases

Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease where the body's immune system attacks the thyroid gland, leading to chronic inflammation and often resulting in hypothyroidism. It is the most common cause of hypothyroidism in iodine-sufficient areas.

Global Prevalence

Affects 1-2% of the population, more common in women (ATA, 2012)

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