autoimmune thyroid diseases
Autoimmune thyroid diseases, such as autoimmune thyroiditis, which is also known as Hashimotoâs thyroiditis or chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis, are conditions in which the immune system attacks the bodyâs own thyroid gland.hile chronic autoimmune thyroid diseases are generally mild or even symptomless, they can progress to significant hypothyroidism. Seek prompt medical care for worrisome symptoms of hypothyroidism, such as depression or unexplained weight gain. 1  Previous. 2  1. 3  2. 4  3.
General Discussion. Autoimmune thyroiditis (AT), also known as Hashimoto's disease, is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the thyroid gland that is caused by abnormal blood antibodies and white blood cells that mistakenly attack and damage healthy thyroid cells.utoimmune thyroiditis (AT), also known as Hashimoto's disease, is a chronic inflammatory disorder of the thyroid gland that is caused by abnormal blood antibodies and white blood cells that mistakenly attack and damage healthy thyroid cells.