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What would cause Hypothyroidism after a thyroidectomy?
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can occur if all or nearly all of the thyroid gland is removed. This may be intentional when the diagnosis is cancer.
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Do thyroidectomized indicate hyperthyroidism of hypothyroidism?
Thyroidectomy is the process of removing the thyroid. The result is hypothyroidism if not treated with thyroid hormone. Thyroidectomy is sometimes done to treat hyperthyroidism.
What are the success rates of thyroidectomy?
Hypothyroidism is thought to occur in 12-50% of persons in the first year after a thyroidectomy. Late-onset hypothyroidism develops among an additional 1-3% of persons each year.
Icd 9 code for status post thyroidectomy?
The ICD-9 code for status post thyroidectomy depends on a number of factors including if the patient has cancer or just nodules. For hypothyroidism, post-surgery, the code is 244.0.
Does the over production of tsh cause hypothyroidism?
No. An overproduction of TSH would cause hyperthyroidism.
Why would someone get Hypoparathyroidism after a thyroidectomy?
This can occur if the parathyroid glands are injured or removed at the time of the thyroidectomy.
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.
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.
How can surgery cause hypothyroidism?
Removal of the thyroid gland because of cancer or other thyroid disorders can result in hypothyroidism.
How can hypothyroidism be caused by viruses and bacteria?
Infections that depress thyroid hormone production usually cause permanent hypothyroidism.
What does an elevated immunoglobulin after thyroidectomy indicate?
what does an elevated immunoglobulin after thyroidectomy indiate
What are the sign and symptoms of thyroidectomy?
What are the sign and symptoms of thyroidectomy? Answer It!In:Symptoms[Edit categories]
