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Its an autoimmune disease in which the immune system produces antibodies that attack the thyroid, causing fibrosis or scarring of the thyroid tissue ( Hashimotos disease is associated with a variety of symptoms, including weight gain, fatigue, hair loss, anemia, constipation, cold intolerance, joint pain, dry skin, mood changes, difficulty concentrating, and more ( In addition to medication, diet and lifestyle modification can help reduce thyroid damage and improve symptoms and overall quality of life in people with Hashimotos
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It is a commonly used over-the-counter treatment for BPH and its mechanism of action is felt to be similar to that of 5-alpha reductase inhibitors
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In the L-carnitine group, the mean hematocrit was 25.5% and increased to 37.4% after 12 months