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Treatment
In the early stages of Hashimoto's thyroiditis, there is no specific treatment. But, in most cases, you will end up developing hypothyroidism. Treatment includes:
- Medication to replace the thyroid hormones (eg, levothyroxine , triiodothyronine)
- High-fiber diet to reduce constipation
- Low-fat , low-calorie diet if you are overweight or obese
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