autoimmune hypothyroidism

Autoimmune hypothyroidism occurs when the body's immune system mistakenly attacks the thyroid gland, a small butterfly-shaped gland in the neck that produces hormones regulating metabolism. This attack damages the gland, leading to decreased hormone production. As a result, your body's processes slow down, causing symptoms like fatigue, weight gain, cold sensitivity, and depression. The most common cause of this condition is Hashimoto's thyroiditis. It is a chronic condition that requires management, often with daily hormone replacement therapy, to restore normal hormone levels and alleviate symptoms.