Is Underactive Thyroid curable by Homeopathy Treatment? ‘Hypothyroidism’ or an ‘under-active’ thyroid is an endocrine disorder in which the thyroid gland is unable to produce adequate quantities of thyroid hormones. Thyroid hormones play a vital role in the physical & mental growth of an individual. A lack of these hormones’ may suppress growth, and is responsible for other complications. Underactive thyroid treatment in homeopathy is possible.
Causes of an Underactive Thyroid •
The most common cause of primary hypothyroidism is iodine deficiency and is characterized by ‘goiter’ -swelling of the neck.
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When the thyroid gland is inherently incapable of functioning properly, it is called ‘Primary Hypothyroidism’ and is the most common.
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The second type of hypothyroidism is caused when there is a lesser secretion of TSH, i.e., Thyroid-Stimulating Hormone from the pituitary gland, and is called ‘Secondary Hypothyroidism’.
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When the hypothalamus is producing inadequate thyrotropin-releasing hormone (TRH), it’s called ‘Tertiary Hypothyroidism.’