Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis: Why Are Women Affected More Often?
Hashimoto’s autoimmune thyroiditis is one of the most common thyroid disorders. Its hallmark is that the immune system mistakenly attacks the thyroid’s own tissues, causing chronic inflammation and gradually reducing hormone production. Women are about five times more likely to develop this condition than men. Why does this happen?
Key takeaways
- Hashimoto’s autoimmune thyroiditis is one of the most common thyroid disorders.
- Blame It on Hormones
- Passed Down Through Generations
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