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Yes, there is a correlation between Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Both are autoimmune conditions, meaning the body's immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells. Research suggests that people with RA have an elevated risk of developing hypothyroidism, including Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, and vice Show Full Answer

Yes, there is a correlation between Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). Both are autoimmune conditions, meaning the body's immune system mistakenly attacks healthy cells. Research suggests that people with RA have an elevated risk of developing hypothyroidism, including Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, and vice versa. Shared risk factors, such as genetics and a disordered immune system, play a crucial role in the development of both conditions.

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Hypothyroidism and Rheumatoid Arthritis: What's the Connection? | myRAteam