Table of contents:

1. Hashimoto's disease
2. Problematic thyroid gland
3. Dizziness
4. Dizziness and thyroid problems
5. When should I see my doctor?
6. How is dizziness treated?

Hashimoto's disease

Hashimoto's disease was first described by the physician Hakaru Hashimoto, who observed certain recurring symptoms in a group of his patients in the early 20th century. Hashimoto's disease is five times more common in women than in men. The disease mainly affects women between 30 and 50 years of age. The disease is a chronic, autoimmune inflammation of the endocrine gland - the thyroid gland. So-called lymphocytic infiltrates develop on the thyroid gland and the follicular cells of the gland gradually disappear. Elevated levels of anti-THPO antibodies are diagnosed in more than 80 % of Hashimoto's patients, but this is not a parameter that can unequivocally indicate that a patient suffers from this condition. Hashimoto's disease leads to damage to the thyroid gland and subsequent hypothyroidism, which can have two forms - subclinical (no symptoms of hypothyroidism) and overt (manifested by lethargy, weight gain, feeling cold, menstrual disorders, constipation, swelling). In hypothyroidism, TSH levels are elevated, while ft4 levels are usually reduced. At the same time, ft3 levels may remain normal.

Problematic thyroid

Thyroid problems that occur in Hashimoto's disease require specific tests - it is not enough to test the TSH level in the blood alone. In addition, determination of ft3, ft4, anti-THPO, Medical US examination of the thyroid gland, concentration of antibodies directed against thyroid peroxidase aTHPO are performed. In some patients, a fine-needle biopsy of the thyroid gland may be necessary. However, there are cases where Hashimoto's disease does not cause thyroid dysfunction, which does not mean that one should not be examined periodically and remain under medical supervision. Thyroid disease treatment is a lifelong treatment - the most important thing is to equalise the patient's condition by administering the right dose of thyroid hormones.

Dizziness

Dizziness can have various causes. ENT disorders such as vagus disorders caused by e.g. ear wax accumulation, perloma, damage to the vagus, cardiac arrhythmias, hypoglycaemia.

Dizziness and thyroid problems

Dizziness affects up to 20% of the adult population worldwide. Diseases of the thyroid gland can be one of the causes of dizziness and dizziness. Virtually every patient who is admitted to hospital because of dizziness is thoroughly diagnosed for thyroid disorders. One of the causes of dizziness may be ENT problems, related to the appearance of so-called otoliths in the ear canals, resulting in impaired motor coordination. More serious problems that can give symptoms such as dizziness are meningitis, cardiovascular disease, hypertension, stealth syndrome, improperly performed manual therapy of the cervical spine. Increasingly, thyroid problems are being blamed for dizziness. Hypothyroidism , especially that caused by Hashimoto's disease , can contribute to episodes of dizziness, a feeling of dizziness in the head.

When to see a doctor?

Any episode of dizziness requires a medical consultation - even if the symptoms quickly subside! If the dizziness is accompanied by vomiting, nausea - contact the emergency room immediately! If the dizziness is not accompanied by nausea, you should visit your GP who will be able to determine the precise cause of the dizziness by referring you to a medical examination so that an effective treatment can be implemented.

How is vertigo treated?

The treatment of dizziness must always be preceded by a thorough medical history and tests to determine the cause of the illness. In the case of thyroid disorders, it is essential to contact an endocrinologist who will order a test of thyroid hormone levels and, if necessary, implement hormone supplementation. Treatment of dizziness that is not caused by thyroid problems should be diagnosed with a neurologist. Remember that problems with dizziness should not be underestimated, as they can be a worrying sign!