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What Causes Drop In Immunity After Diagnosed With Hashimotos?
41 year old femail, 5' 6", 110 lbs. Very athletic/runner. 4 boys age 6, 8, 10, 12. Diagnosed with lyme and mono 2 years ago. Have developed Hashimotos and HHV-6 is 24 (very high). WBC consistenly below normal. Can't run anymore/winded after any exercise class. Frustrated beyond belief. Obvious immune system issues/adrenal fatigue. How to cure it - without SSRI's. HPA axis I'm sure off. I feel like there is something bigger causing this immune issue..please help. It's been 2 years....
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My first question after reading your medical history the first question I would like to ask is, Are you taking any steroids?
As hashimoto thyroiditis is autoimmune disease and steroids are given for its treatment.
As hashimoto thyroiditis is autoimmune disease and steroids are given for its treatment.
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