[AmyG]

I never took anything other than thyroid replacement, still do, but my thyroid was removed 3 years ago. They suspected a malignancy, but pathology showed Hashimotos.

[JessOBX]

Hi all,

I do have Hashimoto’s and have not heard about treating the condition with either of the drugs. That said, I have taken both over the last 3 years with no issues or reactions. That said, I get lab draws every 6 months and even though I do show and antibody level, it is never been too high. It is hopeful if these drugs work to eliminate the use of thyroid medications. May I ask where you heard that this may be helpful?

[kcarman]

Hello Hello!!! Just wanted to jump on here and offer some suggestions, though I don’t know specifically whether Ivermectin can support lower TPO levels in Hashimotos….what I do know is that lifestyle factors and clever nutraceuticals can be TREMENDOUSLY helpful- to they point where remission can be achieved.

My Tops tips:

1. 100% try to screen for food sensitivities and have a comprehensive GI map done to look for infection and dysbyosis- this is really important! Anything auto-immune I always think gut and detoxification. Then looking at trying to lower toxin burden as much as possible.

2. Clean balanced diet- absolutely no gluten and really try avoiding dairy. Clean protein and lots of colorful veggies and lots of hydration. Aim for a more Auto-immune Paleo Diet style with low glycemic index

3. Vitamin D, Myo-Insoitol, Zinc, Magnesium, Iron (check iron levels first), Selenium, B12, thiamine, Omega 3 Essential Fatty Acids, Probiotics, L-Glutamine

4. Herbs/Adaptogens: Ashwagandha, Black Cumin Seed oil (Nigella Sativa), Bacopa and Cordyceps (mycotherapy)

5. Stress is a HUGE driver of inflammation. Weave ways to combat this into your life and make sleep a priority.

Hope that helps

Dr. Kristina Carman

You might find this chart helpful- standard thyroid reference ranges vs the optimal ones. In fact even with the optimal ranges I tend to like seeing TSH to be between 1-2 mlU/L and TPO <2 IU/mL

[bsfisher]

I would like to know if IVM and HCQ are effective also. My daughter has Hashimoto’s. Diet is the ONLY thing that helps her. I will definitely inform her of the supplements Dr. Kristina Carmen. Thank You for your input.