Moore wrote:

> Has anyone seen studies on whether there is a connection between
> estrogen levels and thyroid levels?  It would seem to make sense,
> since
> thyroid disease affects more women than men (not to disregard those
> men who
> have bona fide thyroid problems :-)
>
> My thyroid condition always seems better/worse at different times in
> my cycle.
>
> Any info will be appreciated.
>
> -- Kathy

Yes, at least there is  a connection with autoimmunediseases. I will
look up the references for you.I was diagnosed with GD three years ago.
I am one of those men ;-(
By the way I work at the department of Immunology, Erasmus Universirty
Rotterdam.
Our research group specialises in autoimmunedisease and the relation
with the endocrine system.

Harm