SAY ni DOK | Ano ang autoimmune disease na Hashimoto's thyroiditis at paano ito maiiwasan?
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00:00And today, we will talk about a condition that if not treated early, can be a threat to our lives.
00:07But before that, let's watch this first.
00:11Nowadays, many are worried about the common diseases that can be life-threatening if not treated early.
00:20One of these diseases is what is called Hashimoto's Fyroditis.
00:24Hashimoto's Fyroditis is a condition that is caused by the proliferation of the thyroid gland.
00:30It is a type of autoimmune disease where the immune system of the body attacks the thyroid gland of a person.
00:38It is important to have enough knowledge and awareness about Hashimoto's Fyroditis
00:45in order to avoid the complications that can be caused to our health.
00:50So, let's find out what Hashimoto's Fyroditis is and how to avoid it.
00:57Here in ZanyDoc.
01:02And to give us a free telemedicine, we will talk to the Nuclear Medicine Physician,
01:08Thyroid Specialist, Dr. Ivan Rey David.
01:11Good morning and welcome to Rise and Shine Philippines.
01:15Good morning to all of you and to all viewers of your program, Ma'am Diane and Sir Rodrick.
01:21Doc, what is Hashimoto's Fyroditis and how does it affect the body of an individual?
01:30Hashimoto's Fyroditis is a condition in our thyroid gland.
01:34Our thyroid gland is an organ in our body that is located in our neck.
01:39It is responsible for producing T3 and T4, the thyroid hormones that we call.
01:46It is responsible for our growth and development, metabolism, and many other body processes.
01:53Hashimoto's Fyroditis is an autoimmune condition.
01:58It means that our immune system has an immune response against our thyroid
02:05and ultimately, there will be growth and eventually, our thyroid gland will be damaged.
02:13Okay, Doc, how can a person say that he has Hashimoto's Fyroditis?
02:18What are the symptoms of it?
02:23Actually, the diagnosis of the doctor is that there are blood tests that are being done,
02:29such as anti-TG and anti-GBO.
02:33But for the symptoms, most of the time, there is hypothyroidism.
02:38Because the disease is progressive, there is a progressive damage to the thyroid gland.
02:46There is also a lack of production of thyroid hormones.
02:49And the symptoms include weakness, slow movement, cold intolerance,
02:59difficulty focusing, even depression, fever, goiter,
03:04even though not all goiters are Hashimoto's Fyroditis, constipation, hair fall, and dry skin.
03:16Most of these are due to a lack of thyroid hormones,
03:20also due to the damage to our thyroid gland.
03:24Doc, what are the common causes of Hashimoto's Fyroditis?
03:32Currently, there is no definitive pinpoint of the main cause of Hashimoto's Fyroditis.
03:42Although many contributing factors are being studied,
03:46such as exposure to environmental factors, cigarette smoking, alcohol,
03:52family history, exposure to high levels of radiation,
04:00and even stress can contribute to this condition.
04:07Doc, who are the high-risk people for this type of autoimmune disease?
04:16Most of the affected population are women, like other thyroid pathologists.
04:24They are 10 times more prone than men to have Hashimoto's Fyroditis,
04:30as well as those with family history.
04:34Also, the age group is 30 to 50 years old.
04:45Doc, how does Hashimoto's Fyroditis affect pregnant women?
04:51What should they know and do?
04:56Basically, when Hashimoto's Fyroditis occurs,
05:00the complications such as hypothyroidism or a lack of thyroid hormones
05:04can affect the pregnancy of a person,
05:08not only to the patient but also to the baby.
05:16It can lead to mental retardation or intellectual disability when the baby is born.
05:24It is very important that if Hashimoto's Fyroditis is diagnosed by a patient,
05:32they can follow-up and take medication based on the doctor's advice
05:37to avoid such complications.
05:40Doc Ivan, what are the possible complications caused by Hashimoto's Fyroditis
05:46and how can we avoid it?
05:51Complications are usually related to heart failure,
05:56high cholesterol or lipid profile,
05:59and even myxedema coma.
06:03This is a comatose-like condition.
06:05If it is not treated, the patient may die.
06:09It is very important to treat Hashimoto's Fyroditis as soon as possible.
06:17Doc, what are the treatment options that can be taken
06:21when Hashimoto's Fyroditis is diagnosed?
06:26The lack of thyroid hormones is usually an external source.
06:33We use levothyroxine tablets.
06:37It depends on the thyroid hormone levels of the patient.
06:42It is important to follow the doctor's advice when taking the medication.
06:48There should be no missed days.
06:51It is important to take the medication based on the doctor's advice.
07:04We should not self-medicate as much as possible.
07:08Thank you very much for providing us with a lot of information
07:13about Hashimoto's Fyroditis.
07:16Dr. Ivan Rey David, a nuclear medicine physician and thyroid specialist.
07:20Thank you very much, Doc.
07:21Thank you.