What are the traditional Chinese medicine treatments for hypothyroidism?

Hypothyroidism is a disease caused by abnormal thyroid function. Many people choose traditional Chinese medicine for treatment. Because Chinese medicine has fewer side effects than Western medicine, and Chinese medicine is more effective in regulating hormones than Western medicine. It can not only restore the function of the thyroid gland to normal, but also solve some thyroid discomfort problems. So, what should we pay attention to in the traditional Chinese medicine treatment of hypothyroidism?

Can Chinese medicine cure hypothyroidism? Experts say it is possible, but you need to pay attention to the following points:

Take medication early and in moderation: Start treatment as soon as possible after diagnosis, and be sure to follow the doctor's orders. Do not stop taking the medication on your own, which may cause the disease to relapse.

If the course of the disease is long, the medication should start from a small dose and gradually increase the dose: Some patients with hypothyroidism cannot be given larger doses of thyroxine because they have not undergone newborn screening, or the disease is acquired, or even if it is congenital, otherwise they may develop heart failure and other problems, which may be life-threatening. For this type of hypothyroidism patients, it is generally recommended to start with a smaller dose and gradually increase the dose.

For patients with hypothyroidism, whether it is congenital, acquired, or secondary, the best choice is to use traditional Chinese medicine for treatment. From the patient's perspective, what is hypothyroidism? Traditional Chinese medicine can treat hypothyroidism by targeting the source of the disease, achieving the purpose of treating both the symptoms and the root cause, and avoiding the pain of lifelong medication for patients.

Once confirmed by newborn screening, start adequate treatment immediately: For patients with hypothyroidism diagnosed by newborn screening, once the screening is confirmed, treatment for hypothyroidism should be started immediately, as adequately as possible, so that their thyroid function can quickly return to normal, so as not to affect the child's brain growth and development.

Of course, it doesn’t mean that hypothyroidism must be treated with traditional Chinese medicine. Each patient can choose the treatment method based on his or her own situation. Don't just follow the method others use. After all, everyone's condition and physical constitution are different. When treating hypothyroidism, you must trust doctors and believe in science, but never trust some quack doctors. If treatment is delayed, it may cause more serious diseases.