The function of your thyroid can put you at risk for acid reflux and hiatal hernia.

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 How?

First, a look at the statistics:

Low thyroid or hypothyroid is one of the most common hormonal disorders, especially in women and older adults. It is however, often underdiagnosed and therefore undertreated.

The risk for hypothyroid increases after age 40. Subclinical hypothyroid affects up to 15% of the population.

Thyroid hormones are critical for maintaining muscle contraction and nerve conductivity. When thyroid function is low, smooth muscle tone decreases, including the tone of the LES (lower esophageal sphincter or valve) and other GI sphincters.
This leads to reflux.

Slowed digestive motility is also an issue with hypothyroid. The low thyroid causes gastroparesis (slowed movement of food through the stomach) and slowed intestinal transit. This increases intra-abdominal pressure, worsening reflux and putting
strain on the sphincters.

Chronic bloating, constipation and straining are all symptoms associated with hypothyroid and they all result in increases intra-abdominal pressure. This increased pressure weakens the diaphragm hiatus (the opening through which the esophagus passes), contributing to hiatal hernia and a reduction of the integrity and function of the LES.

Other sphincters in the GI tract, including the pyloric sphincter (connecting the stomach to the small intestine) become sluggish leading to bloating and poor digestion.

Therefore it is extremely important to assess and treat, if necessary, a low thyroid.  In the video I review some ideas of how to do so.

If you're suffering with these digestive issues or suspect low thyroid, we're happy to help. The best next step is to contact us for a consultation and then we can determine if what we do is a good fit for you. Call 727-335-0400.

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