Front Endocrinol (Lausanne) July 2022 PMID 35784564

Add-On Effect of Selenium and Vitamin D Combined Supplementation in Early Control of Graves' Disease Hyperthyroidism During Methimazole Treatment.

Daniela Gallo, Lorenzo Mortara, Giovanni Veronesi, Simona Am Cattaneo, Angelo Genoni, Matteo Gallazzi, Carlo Peruzzo, Paolo Lasalvia, Paola Moretto, Antonino Bruno, Alberto Passi, Andrea Pini, Andrea Nauti, Maria Antonietta Lavizzari, Michele Marinò

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7
Peak: 3 in May 2022
across 2 sources since May 2022

Extended reach

57,987
potential audience

Total likes

441

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May 2022 – Aug 2024

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AI synopsis

What people are saying

The collective comments reflect a generally favorable view of the research's implications, such as emphasizing the 'add-on effect' and its potential to enhance treatment, with phrases like 'early control' and 'better quality of life' indicating perceived benefits. The tone is informative yet cautious, with minimal skepticism or controversy, suggesting these discussions are motivated by curiosity and approval of the findings.

AgreementModerate agreement

Most discussions seem to support the positive effects of combining selenium and vitamin D with methimazole in treating Graves' disease, indicating general agreement with the study's findings.

InterestModerate interest

Participants show moderate interest, with mentions of specific supplements and treatment outcomes but limited depth in analysis.

EngagementModerate engagement

The discussions involve some engagement, such as tagging relevant professionals and highlighting treatment benefits, but lack extensive debate or detailed critique.

ImpactModerate impact

While users recognize potential benefits, the overall impact appears moderate, with no evidence of widespread transformative claims or urgent calls to action.

Abstract in brief

  • The study explored whether adding Selenium (Se) and Vitamin D (VitD) to methimazole (MMI) treatment helps control Graves' disease hyperthyroidism more quickly, especially since patients with new GD often have low Se and VitD levels that could worsen inflammation and oxidative stress.
  • Results showed that patients receiving the combined Se and VitD supplementation experienced a faster and greater reduction in thyroid hormone levels (specifically FT4) within 45 and 180 days compared to those on MMI alone, with improvements lasting up to 270 days.
  • Additionally, patients in the combined treatment group reported better quality of life scores, suggesting that supplementing with Se and VitD not only improves thyroid hormone control but also enhances overall well-being during early treatment.]

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J P Fanton
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Add-on effect of #selenium & #vitamin D combined #supplementation in early control of Graves' disease #hyperthyroidism during #methimazole treatment https://t.co/FBbeuPU6CJ Attn: @_atanas_ @_INPST @ScienceCommuni2 @DHPSP @ThyroidMary @thyroidfriends @wbgrant2 @ralzahrani2020

May 5, 2022 · 9 likes · 2 shares · 26,021 followers View post →
Frontiers - Endocrinology
@FrontEndocrinol · X

New Research: Add-On Effect of Selenium and Vitamin D Combined Supplementation in Early Control of Graves’ Disease Hyperthyroidism During Methimazole Treatment: Prompt and stable control of hyperthyroidism is fundamental to avoid the… https://t.co/NlpQq5VsNr #Endocrinology #Endo

Jun 15, 2022 · 3 likes · 5,052 followers View post →
CHSeaton
@COSseaton · X

RT @HealthyFellow: Add-on effect of #selenium & #vitamin D combined #supplementation in early control of Graves' disease #hyperthyroidism d…

May 5, 2022 · 2 shares · 5,932 followers View post →
Dr. د. عبدالواحد الزهراني
@ralzahrani2020 · X

RT @HealthyFellow: Add-on effect of #selenium & #vitamin D combined #supplementation in early control of Graves' disease #hyperthyroidism d…

May 5, 2022 · 2 shares · 4,390 followers View post →

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Cure Pharmaceuticals
@Cure_for_Health · X

Add-On Effect of Selenium and Vitamin D Combined Supplementation in Early Control of Graves' Disease Hyperthyroidism During Methimazole Treatment - PubMed https://t.co/5HNsonZ1OW

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Frontiers - Endocrinology
@FrontEndocrinol · X

New Research: Add-On Effect of Selenium and Vitamin D Combined Supplementation in Early Control of Graves’ Disease Hyperthyroidism During Methimazole Treatment: Prompt and stable control of hyperthyroidism is fundamental to avoid the… https://t.co/NlpQq5VsNr #Endocrinology #Endo

Jun 15, 2022 · 3 likes · 5,052 followers View post →
Dr. د. عبدالواحد الزهراني
@ralzahrani2020 · X

RT @HealthyFellow: Add-on effect of #selenium & #vitamin D combined #supplementation in early control of Graves' disease #hyperthyroidism d…

May 5, 2022 · 2 shares · 4,390 followers View post →
CHSeaton
@COSseaton · X

RT @HealthyFellow: Add-on effect of #selenium & #vitamin D combined #supplementation in early control of Graves' disease #hyperthyroidism d…

May 5, 2022 · 2 shares · 5,932 followers View post →
J P Fanton
@HealthyFellow · X

Add-on effect of #selenium & #vitamin D combined #supplementation in early control of Graves' disease #hyperthyroidism during #methimazole treatment https://t.co/FBbeuPU6CJ Attn: @_atanas_ @_INPST @ScienceCommuni2 @DHPSP @ThyroidMary @thyroidfriends @wbgrant2 @ralzahrani2020

May 5, 2022 · 9 likes · 2 shares · 26,021 followers View post →