Stress: A Hidden Culprit in Hypothyroidism – A Homeopathic Perspective
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2025-03
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Educational Society for Excellence
Abstract
Hypothyroidism is a prevalent endocrine disorder with multi-factorial causes such as iodine deficiency, autoimmune diseases, and genetic predispositions. However, recent studies suggest that chronic stress may play a pivotal role in the pathogenesis of hypothyroidism. Stress leads to dysregulation of the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal (HPA) axis, altering thyroid function by increasing cortisol levels, suppressing thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), and reducing T3 and T4 production. Homeopathy, with its holistic approach, aims to address the root causes of illness, including stress-induced thyroid dysfunction. This article explores the pathophysiological link between stress and hypothyroidism, highlights homeopathic remedies beneficial in managing stressinduced thyroid dysfunction, and underscores the need for an integrative approach to treatment.
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Stress induced Hypothyroidism, Thyroid, Cortisol, HPA axis, HPT axis, Homeopathy and Hypothyroidism, Hormonal Dysfunction, Anxiety, Depression.
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Yadav Ashok, Soni Deepali. Stress: A Hidden Culprit in Hypothyroidism – A Homeopathic Perspective. International Archives of Integrated Medicine. 2025 Mar; 12(3): 1-5