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Iodine.
The thyroid gland uses iodine to construct hormones, specifically those that regulate growth. Other hormones may also use iodine as a catalyst.
Lack of iodine can cause the thyroid to swell, a condition known as goiter.
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∙ 6y ago
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∙ 6y agoThe element that is intimately related to the thyroid gland is iodine. You want traces of the element Iodine in your diet. You need more Iodine at the age of puberty. You have deficiency of Iodine in hilly areas. One develop enlarged thyroid at this age. The condition called as Goiter. You do not give iodine supplement for such patients. They may get what is called as Jod- Basedow effect or syndrome. The enlarged thyroid traps that excess Iodine and starts to secrete excessive hormone. Thus you get the condition called as hyperthyroidism. You have to give replacement dose of Thyroid hormone daily in the morning on empty stomach, for prolonged period.
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What element is essential for normal thyroid function?
The micronutrient essential for normal thyroid function is the halogen Iodine.Iodine-it's consumption prevents goiters.
Which elements help prevents thyroid problems?
Iodine and Selenium are elements that might help prevent thyroid problems, although a doctor should be consulted first before self-administering any supplements.
What element thyroid hormone contain?
Thyroid hormones contain the element: IODINE
The element essential for the production of thyroid hormones is?
An element that causes thyroid trouble is IodineIodine
Does 32.6 mch in blood levels mean thyroid problems?
No; take a look at your thyroid testing results to talk about thyroid problems, not your CBC.
What to do when you found out you have ALL thyroid problems there is to have?
If you find that you have a thyroid problem, see an endocrinologist who specializes in thyroid disorders.
What element is required for thyroid hormone?
Sodium
When you have problems with your thyroid can it make you lactate?
No
Is there a link between thyroid problems and sciatica?
There is no link between thyroid problems and sciatica. There is link between parathyroid problem and sciatica.
Can you bleed during pregnancy and have thyroid problems?
no
Will thyroid problems cause yeast infections?
I have thyroid ang why do I keep getting yeast infection?
What is Thyroid disease and where you can find the best Thyroid blood test?
The thyroid is a gland at the base of the neck at the front and it makes a hormone called thyroxine (which incorporates the element Iodine), which plays a vital role in regulating the body's metabolic rate .If you need to know the levels of thyroxine in your blood you need to go and see a doctor to have a test.Note the thyroid is part of a hormone system regulated by the hypothalamus and pituitary gland, so problems with the thyroid can be caused elsewhere.
