Day: July 12, 2019

As of 2019, still no proof that low TSH causes harm to bones

By thyroidpatientsca on July 12, 2019 • ( 5 )

Many research studies have shown a strong association between low TSH and low bone mineral density or osteoporosis. As a result, many guidelines strongly caution against the risk associated with low TSH. Some doctors and thyroid patients have jumped to… Read More ›

Overlooked: Hypothyroidism causes osteosclerosis

By thyroidpatientsca on July 12, 2019 • ( 1 )

We should all know that thyrotoxicosis in bone, caused by too much T3 binding to receptors in cells, leads to osteoporosis. (Bassett et al, 2007; Gogakos et al, 2010) Hypothyroidism in bone, characterized by low T3 in bone, is not… Read More ›