To Joanna:
My suggestion is to have blood tested for TPO/TG antibodies which may indicate autoimmune thyroid condition [Hashimoto's thyroiditis]
Some patients [about 30 %] were able to reduce the antibodies' level by taking selenium supplements [dose varied for different trials; was between 65 and 150 microgram per day];reducing levels of antibodies slowed down destruction of the thyroid.
Increase of iodine in the diet is NOT recommended if autoimmune condition is confirmed.
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To Joanna:
December 19, 2008 - 1:45pmMy suggestion is to have blood tested for TPO/TG antibodies which may indicate autoimmune thyroid condition [Hashimoto's thyroiditis]
Some patients [about 30 %] were able to reduce the antibodies' level by taking selenium supplements [dose varied for different trials; was between 65 and 150 microgram per day];reducing levels of antibodies slowed down destruction of the thyroid.
Increase of iodine in the diet is NOT recommended if autoimmune condition is confirmed.
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