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Natural cures for hypothyroids
Thyroid is a butterfly shaped gland seen on the base of the neck. Hypothyroidism is a condition accompanied by insufficient thyroid hormone. Autoimmune thyroiditis is a condition resulting in inflammation of the thyroid and hypothyroidism.
It is an autoimmune disorder. Problems in the pituitary causing improper secretion of the thyroid hormone are yet another cause of hypothyroidism. Surgical removal of a portion of the thyroid gland, due to any underlying condition, also causes hypothyroidism.
Loss of memory, hair loss, dry skin, fatigue, muscle cramps, reduced libido, depression, constipation, dry hair and weakness are the common symptoms of hypothyroidism. Deficiency of thyroid hormone results in goitre. Treatment on diagnosis is important, as it is life threatening, resulting in coma, depression and heart failure. Yogasana and meditation are effective techniques to combat hypothyroidism. Shoulder stand or sarvangasana is an useful asana. Shilajit, guggulu and spreading hog weed are some of the herbs that are helpful. Natural extracts of thyroid gland, from pigs, comprise of triiodothyronine and thyroxine. These are recommended under the guidance of a physician.
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