doctor reveals symptoms “Hashimoto’s disease” chronic thyroid inflammation caused by a defective immune system. found in women more than men Advice on early symptoms Thyroid enlargement until a goiter no pain But there may be weight gain, swollen face, feeling cold easily, dry skin, muscle pain. body aches Irregular menstruation
On February 21, Dr. Natthaphong Wongwiwat, Deputy Director-General of the Department of Medical Services, said that Hashimoto’s disease or chronic thyroiditis caused by a defect in the immune system. It is a common cause of hypothyroidism. Caused by the immune system in the body causing the thyroid gland to become chronically inflamed and work continuously decreased. The thyroid gland is part of the endocrine system responsible for producing hormones that correspond to many functions of the body.
Dr. Jinda Rojanamathin, director of Rajavithi Hospital, said that Hashimoto’s disease is caused by many factors, including heredity, people with a family history of thyroid disease. whether the thyroid is toxic chronic thyroiditis These are autoimmune diseases of the thyroid gland. Sometimes it may show up in a group of symptoms in which the thyroid is too much or too little. Depending on this immune system to inhibit or cause more hormones to be created. Therefore, if someone in the family has thyroid disease, they should go for a check-up. may be found more in some races Eating too much iodine or may be associated with other immune diseases Females are more likely to have thyroid disease than males. The incidence was found to increase with age. But it can also be found in adolescents and middle-aged children.
Clinical Prof. Weerasak Sarinnapakorn, M.D. Songwut, Head of Endocrinology Division The Internal Medicine Group, Rajavithi Hospital, said that the symptoms of Hashimoto’s disease In the early stages, patients may not have any symptoms. But when the thyroid gland grows in size Painless goiter There may be other symptoms as well, including weight gain, swollen face, feeling cold easily, dry skin, muscle pain. body aches Irregular menstruation health care method It is recommended to eat good, nutritious food from all 5 food groups, avoid drinking alcohol and smoking. At working age, life is balanced. Appropriate working time get enough rest And if there are abnormal symptoms such as enlarged neck, swelling, weight gain, you should see a doctor, especially those with a family history of thyroid disease.