Graves' Disease
Drugs such as nicotine, cocaine and a number of others can cause chronic hypo- or hyperthyroidism. There is also a body of evidence that indicates a possible link between thyroid function and a tendency toward addiction. Low thyroid function (hypothyroidism) can cause symptoms that are susceptible to mitigation by stimulants, for example. More research is needed.
Thyroid function tests (TFTs) are the main diagnostic criteria for a thyroid disease. These are however done in the face of other clinical findings and patients symptoms (differs for hypo and hyperthyroidism)
An enlarged thyroid gland is called a goiter. The disease of hypo or hyper secretion is known as hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism.
i too am taking the same medication i have hashimotos thyroidtitus i am hypo thyroid
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by definition its unlikely to have BOTH hyper and hypo thyroid symptoms. get an endocrinologist and get a thyroid ultrasound
Hypothyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormones, leading to a slower metabolism and a range of symptoms including fatigue, weight gain, and depression. It can be diagnosed through blood tests that measure levels of thyroid hormones and thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), and is typically treated with synthetic thyroid hormone replacement therapy.
Iodine is required for the correct functioning of the thyroid. Insufficient Iodine in the diet can cause a swelling of the thyroid called a Goiter or Darbyshire Neck.
Hypothyroidism is usually treated by taking daily thyroid medication. The most common thyroid medication is called levothyroxine. This thyroid medication comes in 12 different strengths and it is prescribed by a physician.
The thyroid is not a neuroendocrine function, as it has no nervous system function.
A function of the thyroid gland is the regulates calcium in blood
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