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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
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How can hypothyroidism be caused by viruses and bacteria?
Infections that depress thyroid hormone production usually cause permanent hypothyroidism.
Is hypothyroidism a genetic disorder?
hink it would be true bcoz the gene of that chromosome doesnt have the ability of producing that hormone massively & this ability will be conducted to next generation durins mitosis but this percentage would not be 100% because that gene character may recessive
What is the difference between primary and secondary hypothyroidism.?
Primary hypothyroidism is caused by a deficiency in the thyroid itself. Secondary hypothyroidism is caused by an "outside" influence, usually a medication that causes the thyroid to not secrete the necessary hormones or an insufficient quantity, or may be caused by a primary disease process that in turn affects the thyroid gland. Sometimes secondary hypothyroidism is caused by the treatments for cancer, for example.
How does hypothyroidism affect hemoglobin levels?
Having hypothyroidism can affect your hemoglobin levels because the low levels of thyroid causes the hemoglobin levels to drop too. These are also linked to B12 deficiency and macrocytic anemia.
Did the result of thyroidectomized rat indicate hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism?
There is no longer a thyroid, so it results in hypothyroid.
What is the name of the disorder in adults with the thyroid hormone?
hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism
Is hypothyroidism a lifestyle disorder?
No. Is is an malfunction of the thyroid gland. It has nothing to do with lifestyle.
What is mexadema?
Myxedema is when someone has severe hypothyroidism. This is essentially the medical term a doctor will use when diagnosing a patient with the thyroid disorder.
What disorder is the enlargement of the thyroid due to hypo or hyper secretion?
An enlarged thyroid gland is called a goiter. The disease of hypo or hyper secretion is known as hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism.
What is extreme hypothyroidism in infancy and childhood called?
Hypothyroidism. (or congenital hypothyroidism)
Where can I go to get information on thyroid diets?
A thyroid diet is a diet that is specially-tailored to accommodate thyroid problems. You might have hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism or another disorder. You should consult a physician.
What is the pathophysiology of anemia in hypothyroidism?
pathophysiology of anemia in hypothyroidism
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.
What is the result of hypothyroidism?
Hypothyroidism is a lack of iodine or a specific kind of salt.
On weekly average how much weight can you lose using a hypothyroidism diet?
Hypothyroidism is a medical condition and not a diet. Hypothyroidism prevents people from losing weight. Therefore on average people do not lose weight if they have hypothyroidism.
Does hypothyroidism cause bloating?
Hypothyroidism causes you to retain water that leads to bloating.
How common is hypothyroidism?
It's pretty rare. When it does occur it's almost always in women, although there are some exceptions.
