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Editor-In-Chief: C. Michael Gibson, M.S., M.D. [1] Associate Editor(s)-in-Chief: Furqan M M. M.B.B.S[2]

Overview

Natural History

The disease begins slowly. It may take months or even years for the condition to be detected. If untreated Hashimoto's thyroiditis may lead to muscle failure including heart failure and other features associated with hypothyroidism.

Complications

If untreated for an extended period, Hashimoto's thyroiditis may lead to

  • Hypothyroidism
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Heart failure.
  • Hashimoto encephalopathy
  • Thyroid lymphoma

Prognosis

The outcome is usually very good. The disease stays stable for years. If it does slowly progress to thyroid hormone deficiency (hypothyroidism), it can be treated with thyroid replacement therapy.

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