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Can a thyroid gland grow back after it is chemically destroyed with radioactive iodine?
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Where does Radioactive iodine concentrates?
Iodine (regardless of whether it is radioactive or not) tends to concentrate in the thyroid gland. Radioactive iodine can thus lead to thyroid cancer if left unchecked. Fortunately you can generally flush out the radioactive iodine with normal "cold" iodine. We tend to get much of our iodine from salt which is "iodised". Interestingly in some cases when a patient has an overactive thyroid, or indeed in thryoid cancer patients, the thyroid can be chemically ablated by the use of radioactive iodine since it concentrates there naturally.
What does potassium iodide do for you in a nuclear accident?
A nuclear event, such as an accident or war, is likely to produce a lot of radioactive iodine. The thyroid gland concentrates iodine, so any iodine that gets into a person's body is likely to end up there. The potassium iodide tablets provide more iodine than the thyroid can use, so the radioactive iodine is not so likely to be retained in the body. So the potassium iodide reduces exposure to radioactivity. It protects only the thyroid, and it only protects that against radioactive iodine, but it is better than nothing.
How long does radioactive iodine stay in the body after a radioactive iodine thyroid treatment?
i think around 2 weeks but its safe to stay at an arms length after the firt 5-7 days but not with children probably
What is iodine necessary for?
Iodine is needed for the normal metabolism of cells. Metabolism is the process of converting food into energy. Humans need iodine for normal thyroid function, and for the production of thyroid hormones
The gland that doctors image with iodine 131?
thyroid gland
Where does Radioactive iodine concentrates?
Iodine (regardless of whether it is radioactive or not) tends to concentrate in the thyroid gland. Radioactive iodine can thus lead to thyroid cancer if left unchecked. Fortunately you can generally flush out the radioactive iodine with normal "cold" iodine. We tend to get much of our iodine from salt which is "iodised". Interestingly in some cases when a patient has an overactive thyroid, or indeed in thryoid cancer patients, the thyroid can be chemically ablated by the use of radioactive iodine since it concentrates there naturally.
What is the radioactive iodine called used to destroy thyroid cells?
The thyroid processes iodine.
A what treatment is the oral administration of radioactive iodine to destroy thyroid cells?
Addison's disease is treated using the oral administration of radioactive iodine to destroy thyroid cells.
Why iodine tablet supplied to people living near nuclear power plant?
Iodine tablets are used in a nuclear accident to saturate the thyroid with non radioactive iodine. During a nuclear accident, radioactive iodine is released and the critical organ in the human body is the thyroid gland. Therefore if the thyroid is already full of non radioactive iodine the radioactive iodine can not be absorbed.
Why is lodine getting given to the Japanese?
The thyroid gland absorbs iodine. As some radioactive iodine is being emitted into the environment from the reactor accident at Fukushima, Japan, there is a chance that people's thyroid glands will absorb the radioactive iodine. That is unless those people saturate their glands with enough non-radioactive iodine first so that the thyroid cannot absorb any more.
What does hyperthyroid disorders treated with radioactive iodine cause?
Basically, radioactive iodine is used to kill cancer cells, and thyroid tissue.
What is the treatment for diffuse thyroid disease?
Radioactive iodine is a treatment option used for those with hyperthyroidism and the thyroid autoimmune condition Graves' disease. Radioactive iodine treatment can also be used for those dealing with thyroid cancer. It is given orally, usually in a capsule form, and absorbed in the bloodstream. It then enters the thyroid gland and gradually destroys the thyroid cells, which will cause the thyroid to become hypothyroid.Related Article: Radioactive Iodine Treatment and Hyperthyroidism
What is the administration of radioactive iodine to destroy thyroid cells?
chemical thyroidectomy
How harmful is radioactive iodine?
It possesses a particularly significant risk because it is absorbed rapidly by the thyroid gland and held there. That's why it is recommended that those who may be exposed to radioactivity in the air to pre-dose themselves with iodine pills: the non-radioactive iodine is absorbed by the thyroid gland, which does not absorb radioactive iodine when it comes along.
What is the use of iodine in body?
One way is in the endocrine system. The thyroid gland uses iodine from the blood to make thyroxine, which is secreted to regulate metabolism. Radioactive iodine is used in medicine to diagnose thyroid problems. When the the radioactive iodine is injected into the blood, it collects in the thyroid, making the thyroid more visible on radiological scans. Our modern diet sometimes does not supply enough iodine, which is why it is added to most table salt.
What can iodine tablets do against radiation?
Iodine tablets are taken by individuals who have just been or are being exposed to radioactive materials that include radioactive iodine. In nuclear fission reactors, uranium (or sometimes plutonium) fission to create energy. When these fuel atoms split (fission), there are a number of fission products that can result, including a radioactive isotope of iodine. In a reactor accident that includes a meltdown and the release of radioactive fission products into the environment, radioactive iodine can be present. By taking iodine tablets, an individual who is exposed to radioactive iodine that was released in a nuclear reactor accident can avoid having his body absorb this radioactive material. Taking iodine tablets keeps iodine levels in the body high, and the thyroid gland, which absorbs iodine, high. This effectively prevents radioactive iodine from being absorbed and taken up by the thyroid. As absorbing radioactive iodine can lead to thyroid cancer, taking iodine tablets is a good shield against uptake of the radioactive isotope.
Why is iodine-131 used to assess thyroid function?
Because the thyroid absorbs iodine from the blood stream, and since it is a radioactive isotope, it can be easily visualized, so you can see how strongly the thyroid is absorbing it.
