ea0029p1688 | Thyroid (non-cancer) | ICEECE2012
Katai M.
, Kondo N.
, Yokota J.
, Kazuka N.
, Todoroki K.
, Kawamata M.
, Yamaguchi K.
, Otsuka K.
Background: One in 1030 women in general population has Hashimotos (chronic) thyroiditis. Development of thyroid dysfunction depends on age. The ratio of woman around 50 with TSH elevation is 10% in general population. Menopause occurs at this age for most women. Many symptoms of hypothyroid state are similar to symptoms of menopause except hot flashes and night sweats. We analyzed the relationship of Hashimotos disease and menopausal symptoms.<p class="a...