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What is the term used for low levels of thyroid hormone and what does this cause? 

What is the term used for low levels of thyroid hormone and what does this cause?  Correct Answer Hypothyroidism; Hashimoto’s thyroiditis

Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease in which antibodies produced by the immune system attack the thyroid gland which further destroys the cells that produce thyroid hormone. This results in development of low levels of thyroid hormone which is called as hypothyroidism. Symptoms include fatigue, constipation, weight gain, depression, dry skin, and sensitivity to cold. Taking a daily oral synthetic thyroid hormone pill restores normal body functions. 

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