Hashimoto’s encephalitis
Overview
A rare form of brain disease and inflammation.
Symptoms
* High blood level of thyroid antibodies * Drowsiness * Coma * Amnesia * Epileptic seizures * Confusion * Myoclonus * Tremulousness * Dementia * Impaired balance * Impaired coordination
Diagnosis
* Thyroid: Home Testing: o Home Thyroid Function Tests o Home TSH Tests o Home Adrenal Function Tests
Treatment
High dose prednisolone - months of treatment usually needed