Patricia Pearce, NDApr 12, 20184 min readPersistent Hypothyroid Symptoms: The Missing Piece(s) of the PuzzlePop quiz: What glands, organs, and organ systems are involved in hypothyroidism? (Other than the thyroid itself) A. Immune system B....
Patricia Pearce, NDMar 8, 20173 min readNaturopathic Medicine & Hypothyroidism: An Alternative Approach to Hashimoto's DiseaseWhen I am asked the question, "What condition do you see most often in your office?" My answer is by far autoimmune hypothyroidism, or...
Patricia Pearce, NDDec 26, 20163 min readThe Hypothyroid Sufferer's Paradox: Terrible Symptoms & Normal Lab ResultsHere is a scenario I encounter in my office practically on a weekly basis. Me: "Will you please describe your symptoms?" Client: "Well,...
Patricia Pearce, NDDec 15, 20164 min readHypothyroid Symptoms: What To Do When Medication Doesn't WorkThe following story is often familiar to people with hypothyroidism. Anne, a 42 year old mother of 3, has had symptoms of hypothyroidism...
Patricia Pearce, NDOct 10, 20163 min readThe Autoimmune Disease Series: Five Naturopathic Strategies for Hashimoto's DiseaseHashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease against the cellular infrastructure of the thyroid, often causing a state of hypothyroidism