Hashimoto’s tiroiditis

Hashimoto's thyroiditis, also called chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis, is a pathology that affects the thyroid gland after being attacked by the immune system. Generally, this disease causes a decrease in the activity of the gland and generates hypothyroidism.

Hashimoto's thyroiditis usually appears in middle-aged women, although men can also suffer. The most prominent symptoms associated with this disease are:

• Increased sensitivity to cold.
• Constipation.
• Dry skin.
• Weight gain.
• Muscle weakness.

However, these clinical manifestations are not the only ones. In addition, factors such as age, gender, or a family history of Hashimoto's thyroiditis or other autoimmune conditions can increase a person's risk of developing Hashimoto's thyroiditis.

Community and Support

At inviTRA we work to make monthly and rigorous information accessible to everyone. If this article has helped you, consider supporting us so we can continue accompanying more people on their journey to parenthood.

Author

Cristina Algarra Goosman

B.Sc., M.Sc.

Psychologist

Graduated in Psychology by the University of Valencia (UV) and specialized in Clinical Psychology by the European University Center and specific training in Infertility: Legal, Medical and Psychosocial Aspects by University of Valencia (UV) and ADEIT.
More information about Cristina Algarra Goosman

Member number: CV16874