Guermonprez P , Valladeau J , Zitvogel L , Thry C , Amigorena S
Its an autoimmune disease in which the immune system produces antibodies that attack the thyroid, causing fibrosis or scarring of the thyroid tissue ( Hashimotos disease is associated with a variety of symptoms, including weight gain, fatigue, hair loss, anemia, constipation, cold intolerance, joint pain, dry skin, mood changes, difficulty concentrating, and more ( In addition to medication, diet and lifestyle modification can help reduce thyroid damage and improve symptoms and overall quality of life in people with Hashimotos
It was slow progress with some symptoms getting worse before better
Environmental Pollutants: Exposure to heavy metals, cigarette smoke, and chronic pollution increases the demand for glutathione-driven detoxification
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