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The thyroid controls the metabolism of every cell in your body. When this goes awry, serious consequences can result depending on the severity of the dysfunction. Even death. Much also depends on the reason for the dysfunction. If it is cancer, then metastasis is a possibility and death much more probable. If it is autoimmune related, you may suffer further autoimmune issues elsewhere that can also be damaging to your body. The consequences that could befall you are too numerous to even begin mentioning here. There will however, surely be consequences.
Thyroid dysfunction is extremely important to correct. If you have a question about your specific circumstance, please seek the help of a thyroid specialist or endocrinologist.
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Can a bad thyroid make you sterile?
An overactive or underactive thyroid can cause a cessation of menses - you stop cycling. If you are not cycling, you will not become pregnant. This type of infertility is usually reversible when the underlying problem - thyroid dysfunction - is corrected.AnswerAn underactive thyroid, otherwise known as hypothyroidism has been shown to cause sterility if left untreated.
Is there any relationship between thyroid and itching?
Yes, there can be a relationship between thyroid dysfunction and itching.
What you should not eat during thyroid problem?
Excessive iodine is contraindicated in patients with thyroid dysfunction.
Why use the Thyroid Uptake and scan on the thyroid?
Because the results of the uptake will determine whether you will need surgery to remove your thyroid glands.
What is the most appropriate single screening test for thyroid disease?
The test for Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) USED to be considered the gold standard test for thyroid dysfunction. This has changed. Since TSH values only reflect the average of the thyroid's activity over several weeks, doctors now know to test TSH, Free T3 and Free T4 as well as TPOabs to help screen patients for thyroid dysfunction.
What does an elevated thyroid pyridoxamine level do to the body?
Thyroid Pyroxidase Antibodies mean that there are antibodies in your blood that are targeting thyroid peroxidase (TPO) TPO is located inside thyroid cells. This is a sign that there has been destruction of thyroid cells. The antibodies attack thyroid cells, resulting in thyroid destruction and dysfunction. This results in metabolic imbalance that can eventually, if not treated, can cause death.
What has the author Joan E Betteridge written?
Joan E. Betteridge has written: 'Thyroid dysfunction and thyroxine therapy'
What were the consequences of the Jamaica revolt in 1831?
consequences of the revolt is that the missionaries untreated the planters and make their political movement weaker than the moroons
What other body systems does hyperthyroidism effect?
Thyroid hormones affect the metabolism of every single cell in the body. Some organs can handle increased metabolism better than others, but hyperthyroidism can result in organ damage and dysfunction that can eventually lead to death. For appropriate diagnosis and treatment of thyroid dysfunction, please seek the help of a board certified endocrinologist who specializes in thyroid problems.
What is the relationship between bipolar disorder and thyroid disorder?
The relation between thyroid disorder andbipolar disorder is that there is an increased tendency to develop bipolar disorder in persons having one particular form of thyroid disorder. It has been shown that autoimmune thyroiditis, specifically, is the thyroid dysfunction that is responsible for this.
Do hypothyroid people get pregnant?
Yes, it is possible to get pregnant with thyroid dysfunction, although such dysfunction may make it more difficult to achieve. Additionally, thyroid dysfunction during pregnancy creates a high risk situation and requires frequent monitoring for the safety of both baby and mother. Try talking to your doctor about this.
Can Thyroid cancer spread to the parathyroid gland?
Absolutely. Cancer if left untreated can spread anywhere in the surrounding tissues.
