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Autoimmune thyroid diseases, such as autoimmune thyroiditis, which is also known as Hashimotoâs thyroiditis or chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis, are conditions in which the immune system attacks the bodyâs own thyroid gland.hile chronic autoimmune thyroid diseases are generally mild or even symptomless, they can progress to significant hypothyroidism. Seek prompt medical care for worrisome symptoms of hypothyroidism, such as depression or unexplained weight gain. 1  Previous. 2  1. 3  2. 4  3.
1 Hashimotoâs disease is a common cause of hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid).  Hashimotoâs disease is an autoimmune condition â immune system cells attack the thyroid gland, and the resulting inflammation and destruction of thyroid tissue reduces the thyroidâs ability to make hormones.