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How can surgery cause hypothyroidism?
Removal of the thyroid gland because of cancer or other thyroid disorders can result in hypothyroidism.
Abnormal lab values for a patient with congestive heart failure?
you will be looking for beta natriuretic peptide increases... otherwise known as BNP other abnormal lab values
Can chronic fatigue syndrome be related to undiagnosed hypothyroidism?
yes. but hypothyroidism has many other clinical manifestations than just fatigue.
What is extreme hypothyroidism in infancy and childhood called?
Hypothyroidism. (or congenital hypothyroidism)
Does hypothyroid cause charley horses?
Yes, hypothyroidism can cause charley horses. Some other causes of leg cramps include not drinking enough water, low blood sugar, overworking your muscles, and alcoholism. There are also medications that can cause leg cramping.
What is the connection between diet and hypothyroidism?
Because the thyroid makes T4 from iodine drawn from food, an iodine-deficient diet can cause hypothyroidism. Adding iodine to table salt and other common foods has eliminated iodine deficiency in the United States.
What does icd 9 code 244.3 mean?
other iatrogenic hypothyroidism
Does the use of Levoxyl cause milk to leak from your breasts?
I currenly use levoxyl to treat my hypothyroidism but as far as I know it does not cause milk to leak from your breast. On the other hand, pregancy, prolactinomas and/or adenomas of the pituitary gland do cause milk production. You should talk to your endocrinologist about this.
Diagnosis 793.1 means what?
Diagnosis code 793.1 refers to "nonspecific (abnormal) findings on radiological and other examination of body structure." It is not specific to any particular condition or disease, and further evaluation may be needed to determine the underlying cause of the abnormal findings.
Can hands falling asleep have anything to do with hypothyroidism?
Yes, hands falling asleep can be related to hypothyroidism, as this condition can lead to nerve compression due to fluid retention and swelling. Additionally, hypothyroidism may contribute to conditions like carpal tunnel syndrome, which can cause numbness and tingling in the hands. However, other causes, such as poor circulation or repetitive strain, should also be considered. If symptoms persist, it's advisable to consult a healthcare provider for a thorough evaluation.
Indicate what develops when abnormal cells divide and create other abnormal cells?
When abnormal cells divide and create other abnormal cells, it can lead to the formation of a tumor or mass of cells. This can result in the growth of cancer or other diseases if left unchecked. Additionally, these abnormal cells may also spread to other parts of the body through a process called metastasis.
What can cause serum amylase is abnormal reading?
Abnormal serum amylase levels can be caused by acute pancreatitis, chronic pancreatitis, pancreatic cancer, gallstones, alcoholism, and other conditions that affect the pancreas or salivary glands. It can also be elevated due to kidney disease or other non-pancreatic issues.
