That's right, of course, an autoimmune thyroiditis, but as the disease is often complicated by a decrease in thyroid function (hypothyroidism), it is often called autoimmune hypothyroidism. It is not a simple disease, it occurs in violation of the immunity.

What is Hashimoto's thyroiditis

Autoimmune thyroiditis (Hashimoto's thyroiditis, AT) - an inflammation of the thyroid autoimmune nature as in the human body formed lymphocytes that produce antibodies to the thyroid tissue, damaging the fabric.

The disease usually occurs in premenopausal women (aged 45 to 50 years), but sometimes get sick and men, as well as teenagers and even children. Autoimmune thyroiditis - the disease, the study is not yet up to the end, but studies suggest that it is hereditary. If a heredity burdened, it is enough to impact an additional adverse external factors to start the autoimmune process. These factors are acute viral infections and chronic foci of infection (carious teeth, chronic tonsillitis Chronic tonsillitis - inflammation of the tonsils , Sinusitis, otitis media). Sometimes an autoimmune process in thyroid gland begins against the backdrop of long uncontrolled receiving iodine-containing drugs or radiation.

Any predisposing factor activates lymphocytes that, in turn, contribute to the formation of antibodies to the thyroid gland. As a result, thyroid cells are damaged, including the surrounding tissue and enter the blood have been synthesized in a cell hormones and cell parts, which become new antigens (foreign particles), for controlling which produces new antibody.

This process takes a long time, the cycle that causes the increase, the decrease in the level of thyroid hormones. But over time the thyroid tissue atrophy, replaced by connective tissue, which leads to a reduction of its function, that is to hypothyroidism.

Symptoms of autoimmune thyroiditis

The disease usually develops gradually over several years, but sometimes flowing and fast enough. Pre-clinical (asymptomatic, latent) stage is characterized by immune shifts and increased titers of antibodies to the cells and infiltration of the thyroid (impregnation) of tissue by lymphocytes, which are capable of producing antibodies. Thyroid function at this stage is not compromised.

AT atrophic form (with a decrease in volume) is more common in the elderly and is manifested by lethargy, weakness, drowsiness, hearing loss, dry skin, swelling of the face, a change in tone and hoarseness and other clear signs of hypothyroidism.

In hypertrophic form (with an increase in cancer) thyroid increased in volume, pressure, and patients feel pain in the neck, edema of the mucosa of the larynx. Depending on the functional state of the release forms with increased (hyperthyroid form), low (hypothyroid form) and normal (euthyroid form) function of the thyroid gland. Often it is just one phase and the same process.

Hyperthyroid form appears sweating, fever, hand tremors and other symptoms of increased thyroid function. After a while hyperthyroidism is replaced by hypothyroidism (lethargy, weakness), but symptoms of hyperthyroidism may occasionally reappear. In euthyroid form dense thyroid for many years can be a sign of an autoimmune thyroiditis Autoimmune thyroiditis - thyroid disease .

Course of the disease is slow, progressive with the outcome of hypothyroidism.

Diagnosis and treatment of autoimmune thyroiditis

The diagnosis of autoimmune thyroiditis is established on the basis of typical symptoms of the disease and is confirmed by laboratory tests. In general, a blood test revealed an increase in the number of lymphocytes (lymphocytosis) with an overall decrease in the number of white blood cells (leukopenia). When the stage begins hyperthyroidism Hyperthyroidism: increased secretion of thyroid hormone   increases in blood levels of thyroid hormones Thyroid hormones: mechanism of action and physiological effects During the stage of hypothyroidism hormones decreases, but at the same time increases the amount of thyroid-stimulating hormone of the pituitary gland, which regulates the thyroid gland.

Diagnosis is also confirmed by ultrasound and microscopic examination of tissue taken by biopsy.

Treatment of autoimmune thyroiditis medication. With increased thyroid function prescribed drugs that inhibit the function of the prostate, while reducing function - replacement therapy of thyroid cancer. In addition, prescribers that reduce inflammation, restoring the "broken" links of immunity, vitamins, and minerals.

If treatment is started promptly and properly carried out, unable to slow down the process of final atrophy of the thyroid and hypothyroidism.

Galina Romanenko

Wobenzym - a combined drug, which is composed of digestive enzymes are of natural origin and Rutoside bioflavonoid, which strengthens the walls of blood vessels and improves blood flow in small blood vessels - capillaries.

The use of Wobenzym in the treatment of infectious and allergic and autoimmune diseases

Very often vobenzim is a part of complex treatment of infectious-allergic, including autoimmune diseases. Start with the introduction of the disease infectious agent, in response to which the body responds inappropriately high (allergic) reaction. Often after that allergic extends to its own tissues of the body concerned. As a result, the body produces specific protein - antibody directed at destroying substance causing allergic (allergy, in this case the tissue of an organ). Antibodies bind to antigens to form neutral complexes of antigen-antibody complexes that disrupt the function of interest.

Wobenzym melts the antigen-antibody complexes, removing them from the body. This reduces inflammation and edema, resulting in pain relief. In addition, Wobenzym has a regulating effect on the immune system, reducing the aggression against the body's own tissues. Wobenzym help with ankylosing spondylitis Ankylosing spondylitis - a lot of patience is required , Rheumatoid arthritis, autoimmune thyroiditis Autoimmune thyroiditis - thyroid disease   and so on.

Dose and duration of its use is chosen by the doctor individually. This is an average of three tablets, three times a day (dose can be significantly higher) half an hour before a meal. Take the tablet without chewing, with a glass of water. The average course of treatment - two weeks, but possibly more long-term use, up to six months.

The use of Wobenzym in the treatment of infectious and inflammatory diseases

For acute and chronic infectious and inflammatory diseases of any bodies and systems are characterized by inflammation and swelling. Wobenzym helps to reduce these symptoms. In addition, it promotes the formation of cells in a special protective proteins - interferon, which helps the body fight bacterial and viral infections. It also enhances the action of antibiotics, which leads to a reduction of their doses.

It is known and Wobenzym regulating effect on immunity. It activates phagocytosis (the ability of immune cells to absorb and dissolve inside of infectious agents), and the formation of antibodies - specific proteins directed strictly against certain infectious agents.

Wobenzym is used to treat infectious and inflammatory diseases of the upper and lower respiratory tract, gastrointestinal tract, liver and biliary tract, urinary tract, skin (eg, acne), and so on. The dosage and duration of admission Wobenzym also chosen individually and depends on the diagnosis of the disease, its course and duration of the patient.

The use of Wobenzym in the treatment of diseases of the cardiovascular system

In diseases of the cardiovascular system is of great importance normal blood circulation in the blood vessels. Wobenzym is used in atherosclerosis Atherosclerosis - a chronic disease of the arteries   - It promotes the normalization of lipid metabolism and reducing blood levels of "bad" cholesterol from atherosclerotic plaques which formed. This action Wobenzym used for the treatment of atherosclerosis of the arteries of the lower limbs, coronary heart disease (as it is also based on atherosclerosis which affects the coronary arteries).

What matters and improve blood circulation, which occurs under the influence of Wobenzym - this effect is due to the regulating effect of Wobenzym on blood clotting. The positive effect of Wobenzym on blood clotting and is used in the treatment of thrombophlebitis - inflammatory diseases of the veins associated with increased thrombosis.

Just as in other diseases, Wobenzym in diseases of the cardiovascular system applied individually adjusted doses.

In what diseases still applies vobenzim

Wobenzym can be used for many diseases that require to strengthen the anti-inflammatory effect primary treatment, remove edema, regulate the immune system and blood rolling processes.

It is used in the treatment of postoperative complications (inflammation, edemas, hematomas, adhesions) and after various types of trauma and burns.

From prevention to this drug is prescribed with varicose veins, to prevent the side effects of hormone therapy Hormone therapy - is it possible to fool nature?   (including in hormonal contraception), and so forth.

Galina Romanenko