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Removal of the thyroid gland because of cancer or other thyroid disorders can result in hypothyroidism.
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Does hypothyroidism cause bloating?
Hypothyroidism causes you to retain water that leads to bloating.
If your baby has hypothyroidism will he be mentally retarded?
Hypothyroidism does not cause mental "retardation". MR is caused by genetics usually. Hypothyroidism is treatable.
How can hypothyroidism be caused by viruses and bacteria?
Infections that depress thyroid hormone production usually cause permanent hypothyroidism.
How do you get hypothyroidism disorder?
Here are some causes for hypothyroidism■ Autoimmune disease.■ Surgery on the thyroid gland■ Radiation treatment■ Congenital hypothyroidism■ Thyroiditis■ Medicines■ Too much or too little iodine■ Damage to the pituitary gland■ Rare disorders
Does the over production of tsh cause hypothyroidism?
No. An overproduction of TSH would cause hyperthyroidism.
Does hypothyroidism cause you to gain weight?
Some patients report weight gain with subclinical hypothyroidism. Although the T4 is normal in subclinical hypothyroidism by definition, some patients report symptoms with only the elevated TSH.
How does hypothyroidism cause microcytic anemia?
malabsorption of iron occur in hypothyroidism due to anorexia and infiltration of GIT mucosa by the myxeomatous substance , menorrhagia which occurs in females
How can medication cause hypothyroidism?
Nitroprusside, lithium, or iodides can induce hypothyroidism. Because patients who use these medications are closely monitored by their doctors, this side effect is very rare.
Can hypothyroidism cause the thyroid to stop working altogether?
Yes, and you need special medications for that.
Can underactive thyroid cause facial swelling?
An underactive thyroid gland is commonly referred to as hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism can cause several symptoms including fatigue, forgetfulness, constipation, weight gain, water retention, as well as facial puffiness or swelling.
Does hypothyroidism cause circulation problems?
If hypothyroidism goes untreated it can cause an enlarged heart and heart failure. Circulatory problems are usually attributed to high low-density lipoprotein (LDL) cholesterol - the "bad" cholesterol.Treatment with Levothyroxine, a thyroid hormone can prevent this from happening.
You are 44yr old with periods every 2 weeks and have hypothyroidism is this normal?
Hypothyroidism can cause irregular periods. If you are 44 years old it can also be the beginnings of menopause. It would be best to discuss it with your doctor.
