Hashimoto’s thyroiditis: What Is It, Who's At Risk and What You NEED to Know

The video tutorial discusses Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune condition causing hypothyroidism. It covers the prevalence, risk factors, and subtypes of the disease, emphasizing its higher occurrence in females and older individuals. The pathophysiology involves T cell-mediated destruction of the thyroid gland, leading to decreased hormone production. Symptoms include hair loss, dry skin, and weight gain. Diagnosis is based on high TSH and low T4 levels, with antibody tests confirming Hashimoto's. Treatment involves hormone replacement with L-thyroxine. The video concludes with a call to explore more thyroid-related content.

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