When conventional thyroid treatments fail, your DNA could be holding the key to identify what’s really going on with your health.

Dr. Eric dives into the hot topic of genetic testing for thyroid patients. He shares his own experience with Graves’ disease and explains how tests like 23andMe can uncover crucial insights about medication sensitivity and detoxification. While some doctors are embracing genetic testing, is it truly necessary for managing thyroid conditions?

Tune in to find out if genetic testing is the right path for you.

Episode Timeline: 

0:01 - Episode Start

0:05 - Should All Thyroid Patients Get Genetic Testing

0:16 - Personal Story of Graves' Disease Diagnosis in 2008

0:27 - Discovering Genetic Clues Through 23andMe Testing

1:07 - The Reality of Genetic Testing and Its Limitations

2:47 - How Genetic Testing Reveals Medication Sensitivity and Detox Issues

2:56 - Understanding SNPs and Their Impact on Detox and Vitamin D

3:19 - How Genetic Testing Can Uncover Hidden Risks

3:47 - Why Genetic Information Stays the Same While Other Tests Change

4:17 - Choosing the Right Genetic Test and What It Means for You

4:40 - Breaking Down Life Extension’s MTHFR and COMT Gene Tests

4:50 - Comparing Comprehensive Genetic Panels 

5:26 - Is a Full Genetic Panel Worth the Cost

5:50 - Using HLA Markers to Predict Graves' and Hashimoto’s Risk

6:22 - Why HLA Markers May Not Change Thyroid Treatment Plans

7:38 - Should all thyroid patients do genetic testing?

7:56 - The Future of Genetic Testing for Thyroid Patients

8:17 - Episode Wrap-Up 

8:23 - Podcast Outro

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