My Thyroid Health

Ep. 242: Can Menopause Ignite Autoimmunity?


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Is menopause more than just mood swings, night sweats, and weight changes? What if this transformative life stage also unlocks a hidden immune wildfire—turning on or worsening autoimmune conditions?

In this episode of the Paloma podcast, we unravel the surprising connection between menopause and autoimmune disease, diving deep into how the drop in estrogen and shifting hormones could reshape your immune landscape. Based on insights from Paloma Health, we’ll explore how declining ovarian hormones can influence T cells, inflammation, and the potential onset or flare of conditions like rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, and Hashimoto’s thyroiditis. 

Here’s what you’ll hear:

  • The science behind how estrogen loss during menopause impacts immune regulation—and why that matters. 

  • Why some autoimmune symptoms may *emerge* around menopause, even if you’ve never had one. 

  • Why others might actually feel some relief — and how inflammation and hormone therapy play both roles. 

  • Important strategies for managing immunity during menopause: what to track, which biomarkers to test, and how to partner with your healthcare team. 

Whether you’re navigating menopause and worried about autoimmune risk, or already living with an autoimmune condition and wondering how this hormonal shift will affect you — this episode shines a light on the immune-hormone crossroads many don’t talk about.

🎧Tune in now, and get ready to reframe your menopause journey—not just as a hormonal transition, but as a powerful immune inflection point.


LEARN MORE

You can learn more about the topic at the Paloma blog: 

How Daylight Saving Time Impacts Hypothyroidism

https://www.palomahealth.com/learn/daylight-saving-time-hypothyroidism 


ABOUT PALOMA HEALTH 

⁠⁠Paloma Health ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠is an online medical practice focused on treating hypothyroidism, Hashimoto’s, perimenopause, menopause, and hormonal weight gain. From online visits with your provider to easy prescription management and lab orders, we create personalized treatment plans for you. 

Become a member⁠, or try our at-home test kit and experience a whole new level of hypothyroid care. Use code PODCAST to save $30 at checkout.

Disclaimer: The $30 discount is only valid for first-time Paloma Health members and test kit users. Coupon must be entered at the time of checkout. 


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