| Topic: | endocrine & metabolic diseases (en) |
| Title: | Hashimoto’s Disease |
| Author: | Hennessey, J.; Wartofsky, L., eds. |
| Source: | Chevy Chase, MD: Hormone Foundation. 2007. 1 p. |
| Availability: | Available from Hormone Foundation. 8401 Connecticut Avenue, Suite 900, Chevy Chase, MD 20815. Phone: 1-800-467-6663. Email: hormone@endo-society.org. Website: www.hormone.org. Price: Available free of charge on website. |
| Abstract: | This brief fact sheet provides an overview of Hashimoto’s disease, an autoimmune disease that causes the thyroid gland to enlarge and results in hypothyroidism. Written in nontechnical language, the fact sheet answers common questions about Hashimoto’s disease, covering topics including the anatomy and function of the thyroid gland, possible symptoms of Hashimoto’s disease, risks associated with untreated Hashimoto’s disease, diagnostic tests used to confirm the condition, and the role of the endocrinologist. Readers are referred to the Hormone Foundation (www.hormone.org or 1–800–HORMONE) for more information. The fact sheet is also available in Spanish. 1 figure. |
| Format: | Factsheet |
| Language: | English. |
| Major Keywords: | Endocrine Diseases and Disorders. Thyroid Gland. Hashimoto’s Disease. Complications. Hypothyroidism. Symptoms. Diagnosis. Patient Care Management. |
| Minor Keywords: | Patient Education. PTH. Diagnostic Tests. Autoimmune Diseases. Risk Factors. Immune System. Patient Care Team. |
| Publication Number: | ENDC10111. |
| Return to Search Results | |