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What disorder is caused when the thyroid gland is not working?
Thyroid dysfunction may be caused by anyone or more of several diseases and disorders. Dysfunction may result in too much hormone, or too little. In either case the thyroid is not functioning properly. If the question refers to the thryoid function halting or under-functioning, then the most common cause is Hashimoto's Disease, however cold nodules in the thyroid can also cause a hypOthyroid condition, as can iodine deficiency. Eating too many goitregenic foods may cause a hypOthyroid condition. A less common cause of hypOthyroid function is a problem with the pituitary gland which is the master controller for the thyroid and other glands.
What if your dog ate thyroid pills?
Depending on the thyroid condition, it would either increase or decrease thyroid production. Either way, call your veterinarian immediately, in case it is deadly for your dog to ingest a thyroid pill.
If you have hyperthyroidism which is bad for you iron or iodine?
If you have hyperthyroidism, neither iron nor iodine is bad for you. Excessive consumption of either can be dangerous however, and since iodine is fuel the thyroid uses to produce thyroid hormone, anti-thyroid drugs (ATD's) are used to help the body lower its ability to use iodine in the thyroid. Iodine is necessary for life however, as is iron. For appropriate diagnosis and treatment of thyroid dysfunction, please seek the help of a board certified endocrinologist who specializes in thyroid problems.
Do you still have Graves Disease once the thyroid has been destroyed?
You can not survive when your thyroid is destroyed without the help of medication. Probably you have received radio iodine and you think that the thyroid is destroyed. But in that case you can have the Grave's disease at times, although very rarely.
Can drug overdose cause a swollen tongue?
Hi, My nephew is aheroine snorter and he was starting to detox and was rushed to E. R. with a swollen tongue they are saying he got a bad batch of heroine. Is this the case
What are varices?
Varices-- Swollen or enlarged veins, in this case on the lining of the esophagus.
What is the effect of Swollen Taste Bud?
The effect of swollen taste buds is the case but is covered over by the tongue and doesn't function at all. So person won't taste anything with those taste buds.
How do you know if your thumbs broken?
it will probably be swollen and might be meant a different way but go to the hospital just in case.
Why was goiter observed in Michael's case?
Michael likely developed a goiter due to iodine deficiency. Goiter is a condition characterized by an enlarged thyroid gland, often caused by insufficient iodine intake, which is necessary for proper thyroid hormone production. Lack of iodine in the diet can lead to thyroid gland enlargement as it tries to compensate for the deficiency by working harder to produce thyroid hormones.
Can Chewing a lot of Hard Mints Candy cause you gums to become swollen?
Yes, chewing a lot of hard candy mints can cause your gums to become swollen. This is particularly the case for those who have sensitive teeth and gums.
WHAT IS THE EFFECT OF tsh LEVEL OF .709 ON THYROID FUNCTION?
A TSH level of 0.709 mIU/L falls within the lower range of the typical reference values (approximately 0.4 to 4.0 mIU/L). This may suggest that thyroid function is relatively normal, but it could also indicate a mild case of hyperthyroidism or subclinical hyperthyroidism, where the thyroid gland is producing excess thyroid hormones. To better assess thyroid function, it's essential to consider other thyroid hormone levels, such as free T4 and T3, and evaluate the clinical context and symptoms.
What is heterogeneous parenchyma of the thyroid?
Heterogeneous parenchyma of the thyroid means that the basic cellular tissue of the thyroid gland does not have a uniform structure or composition. These can be either benign and/or malignant nodules in the thyroid.
