Is hypothyroidism considered an autoimmune disease?

"So, is hypothyroidism an autoimmune disease? If you’re speaking about hypothyroidism generally, it’s not an autoimmune disease. However, Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is a common autoimmune disease and is the leading cause of hypothyroidism."

Source: Amy Myers, MD is a two-time New York Times bestselling author and an internationally acclaimed functional medicine physician. Dr. Myers specializes in empowering those with autoimmune, thyroid, and digestive issues to reverse their conditions and take back their health.