[바이오타임즈] Hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism are representative thyroid diseases caused by an abnormality in thyroid hormones required by the body.
Hypothyroidism, also known as hypothyroidism, is a condition where metabolism is slowed down due to a lack of thyroid hormone. Typical symptoms include chronic fatigue, dizziness, menstrual irregularities, joint pain, and increased cholesterol levels. The cause is Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, which is caused by immune cells attacking the thyroid gland, causing inflammation and destruction of the thyroid gland.
Director Kim Min-ae of Dasan Mizu Oriental Clinic in Busan said, “For hypothyroidism, restoring immune function through oriental medicine treatment such as herbal medicine, acupuncture, and moxibustion treatment improves the secretion function of the thyroid gland, helping to heal’ r rate of treatment and prevention of recurrence. Since various systemic symptoms occur, patients suffer a lot, so it is good to prioritize symptomatic treatment to improve uncomfortable symptoms and strengthen immunity,” he explained.
Hyperthyroidism, also known as hyperthyroidism, is a condition where thyroid hormones are excessively secreted and metabolism increases more than necessary. Typical symptoms include exophthalmos, heat intolerance, excessive sweating, hand tremors, fatigue, palpitations, and weight loss despite strong desire.
The disease is often caused by Graves’ disease. This is a disease where the immune system abnormally produces antibodies that destroy the thyroid gland, leading to excessive secretion of thyroid hormones (T3 T4).
Director Kim Min-ae said, “In case of hyperthyroidism, the focus should be on autoimmune levels. Oriental medicine immunotherapy helps normalize thyroid function and activates the immune system to improve symptoms and prevent disease from being controlled and recurring. If necessary, it is also effective to perform acupuncture treatment on acupuncture points to improve symptoms such as exophthalmos.”
Thyroid disease is effective when combined with oriental medicine immunotherapy, life management, exercise and dietary management to restore immunity, and it is important to choose and proceed with this according to the constitution and physical condition.
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