mechanism of Hypothyroidism in Graves? - bitzy

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Hello everyone,

i am new to this forum. I am impressed by the love & kindness shared by everyone here. I am thankful to have found this website.

I have a question on Graves disease, how does hypothyroidism develop? thanks for your time. Best wishes. Beth.

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No matter how your hyperthyroidism is controlled, you probably will have hypothyroidism someday.Hyperthyroidism tends to lead towards hypothyroidism, probably because of low-grade inflammation withinyour thyroid gland. Hypothyroidism will occur sooner if your thyroid has been damaged by radioactive iodine or removed in an operation.Even if you are treated with antithyroid drugs alone, hypothyroidism still can occur.This is natural tendency that can lead to Hypothyroidism.

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Thanks Dr.Goljan. I appreciate it.

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I agree