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Here are some general tips to consider courtesy of David Leader of Tufts University School of Dental Medicine. In 2014, Leader presented 'What Your Dentist Wants to Know About Your Autoimmune Disease' at an AARDA forum in Boston:
- If you haven't already, tell your dentist you have a thyroid autoimmune condition and how it affects you.
- Make sure to bring a list of your medications with dosages and purposes to discuss with your dentist for your dental/health records.
- Many dentist offices are kept at a cooler climate. If you have heat or cold intolerance, or Raynaud's, bring gloves and a blanket to your appointments.
- If you have pain or difficulty opening your mouth, do some physical therapy (this can be as simple as opening and closing your jaw several times) prior to your appointment. This will help your mouth open and close more comfortably during your dental exam or surgery. If your dentist has one, you can also request to use a bite block.
- Make sure to see your dentist regularly for cleanings. Most dentists recommend a cleaning once every six months. If you are pregnant, and depending upon your dental insurance coverage, they may require more cleanings.
- When your dentist takes x-rays, ask them if they can put a thyroid guard on your neck.
What else can I help you with?
Does the thyroid have anything to do with raynauds?
Raynauds occurs in autoimmune people when the nerves that control the blood supply to the hands and feet "misfire" and tell those blood vessels to close down. There are many thyroid diseases, some are autoimmune like Raynaud's. Frequently if a person has one autoimmune disease, they have others. However, thyroid and Raynaud's are not directly linked.
Could your thyroid cause you to miss a period?
Having a thyroid condition can affect a woman's menstrual cycle. The thyroid autoimmune conditions Graves' disease and Hashitmoto's thyroiditis can also affect one's menstrual cycle. For those with Hashimoto's and hypothyroidism, the result can be heavy and/or irregular menstrual cycles. For those with hyerpthyroidism and Graves' disease there can be a change in one's menstrual pattern.
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
Can thyroid disorder affect the eyes?
The thyroid autoimmune condition Graves' Disease can affect the eyes. Some thyroid patients diagnosed with Graves' may develop a condition known as Graves' thyroid eye disease. As the University of Michigan Kellogg Eye Center describes, "The eyes are particularly vulnerable to Graves' eye disease, because the autoimmune attack often targets the eye muscles and connective tissue within the eye socket. This occurs because these tissues contain proteins that appear similar to the immune system as those of the thyroid gland."
Where can you find dental for lupus patients?
Lupus patients can find dental care through specialized clinics or dental practices that have experience treating patients with autoimmune disorders. It's essential to consult with a healthcare provider for recommendations on dentists who understand the unique needs of lupus patients. Additionally, organizations like the Lupus Foundation of America may provide resources or referrals to dental professionals knowledgeable in managing dental health for those with lupus.
Do thyroid causes you to gain weight and is there any medicine to help you loose the weight?
For those coping with the thyroid conditions hypothyroidism or Hashimoto's thyroiditis, weight gain can be one of many symptoms to monitor. This is because these two conditions cause the thyroid gland to become underactive. When the thyroid becomes underactive, it doesn't produce enough thyroid hormones to stabilize the metabolism and other organs within the body. Taking daily thyroid medication is prescribed to supplement the lack of hormones the thyroid isn't producing.As for other medications that can help you loose the weight, consult your physician. They might recommend assessing your daily activity and diet before seeking other medication options.
What is bloodwork tsh and t4?
Thyroid Stimulating Hormone
Can thyroid problems be mistaken for ADHD?
According to Frank Barnhill, M.D., author of Mistaken for ADHD, thyroid and 50 other conditions can be mistaken for ADHD. An underactive thyroid or overactive thyroid can have symptoms like inattentiveness, poor memory or sleepiness, also symptoms of ADHD.
What is the effect of thyroid hormones on cells?
The effect of thyroid hormones on the cells of the body is regulation of metabolism of those cells.
Is obesity caused by the thyroid?
Weight gain is a symptom of hypothyroid (underactive thyroid), however, if you do not have hypothyroidism you should not use thyroid hormones to speed up your metabolism. This will cause hyperthyroid and have serious side effects which could lead to death. If you suspect you are overweight because of an underactive thyroid you need to ask your doctor to have your tsh levels checked AND your free t3, free t4 checked. If you want to support your thyroid naturally you could try incorporating more iodine and selenium rich foods into your diet. These minerals are needed for your thyroid to produce the thyroid hormones.
On which population is hypothyroid common?
Hypothyroid conditions are common across several segments of the population. Women in the postpartum period are generally more susceptible, along with those aged above 65 and those with a history of autoimmune diseases in the family just to name a few.
What is the treatment for 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
