My doctor is recommending thyroid removal due to some complications from my Hashimoto's, but I'm still weighing my options. I was wondering, if the thyroid gland is removed, does that mean the Hashimoto's disease itself will also go away?
5 months ago
Actually, even if they remove the thyroid, the underlying autoimmune tendency remains in the body. I had to learn this the hard way because my metabolism still plays games with my weight, making me crave sweet lassis even more! You still need to manage your hormones carefully.
6 months ago
The simple answer is no! 🌸 Hashimoto's is a system-wide immune issue, so even without the thyroid gland, the antibodies might still exist in your blood. But don't worry, with proper daily medication, life goes back to totally normal! ☀️
6 months ago
At Fortis Hospital, my endocrine surgeon made it very clear that removing the thyroid does not 'cure' the autoimmune disease itself. You will still require lifelong hormone replacement therapy. Please ask your doctor clearly about what post-surgery management looks like for you.
6 months ago
No, because the antibodies are in your immune system, not just the gland. Even after surgery, you must continue a clean, nutrient-dense diet. I focus on fresh vegetables and avoiding inflammatory processed foods to help keep my immune system calm.
6 months ago
I was super confused and panicked thinking surgery would cure my Hashimoto's completely. But my doctor explained that while the target gland is gone, you still need to take synthetic thyroid hormones daily. Once I accepted this, managing it became totally routine and stress-free.
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