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 ›
Day: July 12, 2019
Overlooked: Hypothyroidism causes osteosclerosis
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 ›