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What is the life expectancy of a person diagnosed with Hypothyroidism?
With treatment, patients with Hypothyroidism can live a normal life.
What happens if a healthy person is exposed when spouse is treated with Radioactive Iodine for thyroid cancer?
The healthy spouse may suffer symptoms of and need to be treated for hypOthyroidism.
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 is extreme hypothyroidism in infancy and childhood called?
Hypothyroidism. (or congenital hypothyroidism)
Do you need an autoimmune disease to have hypothyroidism?
NO
What is hypothyroidism and how can it be treated?
Hypothyroidism is a under active thyroid gland. That means it does not make enough hormones from that gland to keep the body running normally. There is no cure so they can only manage the symptoms and severity of the disease.
Is there a cure for hypothyroidism?
Hypothyroidism is typically treated by taking daily thyroid medication, which is prescribed by a physician. Currently, there is no known cure. However, taking daily thyroid medication can improve overall quality of life while managing this condition.
How do you treat hypothyroidism?
When you have hypothyroidism your doctor will put you on some medicine that you have to take. you can also use natural treatments like kelp tablets but you have to stay regular with the your doctors appointments.
Where can you find information about a hypothyroidism diet?
There are many websties about the diet that you need for hypothyroidism. You will need to look at all of them and decide which will be best for you. There are strict doctor's diets and the more lenient natural remedy diets.
Can hypothyroidism cause the thyroid to stop working altogether?
Yes, and you need special medications for that.
What is A condition which occurs when there is a advanced hypothyroidism in adulthood?
A condition that occurs due to advanced hypothyroidism in adulthood is called myxedema. It is characterized by severe metabolic slowdown, leading to symptoms such as extreme fatigue, weight gain, cold intolerance, and swelling of the skin and tissues. Myxedema can be life-threatening and may present with complications like decreased mental status or coma if not treated promptly. Immediate medical intervention is crucial for management.
Can medication treat an enlarged thyroid?
Yes. An enlarged thyroid gland can occur in two common conditions called hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism. Both conditions can be treated medically and/or surgically. For example, primary hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid gland) can be treated by administering synthetic thyroid hormone (called levothyroxine). This decreases the signals from the brain that tell the thyroid to grow and work harder, consequently decreasing the size of the gland.
