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Hyperthyroidism
Hyperthyroidism is the result of an over-active thyroid. Symptoms include: sudden weight loss, rapid heartbeat, irregular heartbeat or pounding of your heart, increased appetite, nervousness, anxiety, irritability, tremor, sweating, changes in menstrual patterns, increased sensitivity to heat, more frequent bowel movements, an enlarged thyroid gland, fatigue, muscle weakness and difficulty sleeping. This problem can be controlled by your doctor with medications, tests and possibly surgery if severe enough.
228 Questions
Yes you can usually eat before a TSH test, but you should ask your doctor to be sure, as he/she knows your personal health history and if there are any special needs outside of established norms. Eating typically will not affect a TSH test.
Is it possible for a hyper thyroid to be irradiated and not burn out?
Yes, it is possible for a patient to undergo radioactive iodine ablation and still have a functioning thyroid. If the patient has autoimmune thyroid disease and antibodies have not been addressed, it is possible for a patient in this situation to suffer the rollercoastering effects of antibodies on the remainder of the thyroid gland.
Can you take TYLENOL head congestion medicine with hyperthyroidism?
no Tylenol is drug use for pain killer for the pain reliever
What food to avoid for hyperthyroidism?
Avoid TOXINS Margarine and other hydrogenated fats refined salt, Table salt
Chlorinated Water
Antibiotics
MSG - Mono Sodium Glutamate
Pesticides
CARCINOGENS
Hormones - MILK
Food additives
Sugar, cane sugar, corn syrup, chocolate and other foods containing simialar concentrated sweeteners
refined oils
baking powder
hard and dry bovine milk cheese
Junk foods (Hamburgers, Pizza, hotdog, nachos, …)
fried, smoked, grilled foods Soft drinks - Coca Cola, Pepsi, Soda pop
Alcohol drinks
Cook with Olive or coconut oil. Use honey for sweatners. Grow your own fruit and vegetables. Peaches and apricots are good. brocolli, spinach and brussel sprouts. If you don't like spinach you will love spinach torilla's. even kids guts those down.
Can hyperthyroidism cause black outs?
Hyperthyroidism can cause black outs and a lot of other medical symptoms. I tis important to balance the thyroid and see your medical professional for help in doing this.
Can hyperthyroidism causes hypocalcemia?
For sure, if the surgical option is chosen to treat hyperthyroidism (Graves' disease), an overly aggressive thyroid ablation will lead to accidentally removing too many of the (usually) six parathyroid glands embedded within the thyroid tissue. Am currently researching the role of the pituitary feedback loop in generating hypocalcemia in the untreated hyperthyroid state (other than the incredibly rare event of a TSH-secreting pituitary adenoma).
Do thyroid cancers are curable?
Yes. It has a cure rate of 100% if caught early. It progresses very slowly, so it's usually caught early.
What are other names for hyperthyroidism?
Other names for hyperthyroidism, or specific diseases within the category, include Graves' disease, diffuse toxic goiter, Basedow's disease, Parry's disease, and thyrotoxicosis.
Can a cat have graves disease if a blood test reveals hyperthyroidism and he has eye problems?
It would not be at all unlikely, but it's up to your vet to decide the diagnosis. It's complicated, because cats are more often than dogs to pick up all types of infections. It's wise to talk about this with the pro ... your vet.
What happens when thyroxine increases?
When thyroxin levels increase in the body, it can lead to a condition called hyperthyroidism. Thyroxin is a hormone that the thyroid gland secretes. Hyperthyroidism can causes symptoms like weight loss, hand tremors, and weakness in muscles. This condition requires treatment.
Can hypothyroid change to hyperthyroid?
Yes, a hypOthyroid condition can change into a hypERthyroid condition, especially if there are antibodies involved. Graves' antibodies can both stimulate and block the thyroid. Hashimoto's thyroiditis is known to cause periods of thyroid hormone dumping and even thyrotoxicosis.
What are the symptoms of hyperthyroidism?
There are many symptoms (also note that they are the same as anxiety and stress): raised heart rate, palpitations depending on how high your levels are, rapid weight loss, edginess, tiredness even though you feel energetic, unable to sleep, increased sweating, tremors and thirst. You should cut down on your caffiene intake because that also speeds up your heart rate and know that all these symptoms are normal and that everything will be okay. Because of the rapid heart rate you may start to feel anxious a lot so if you do please talk to some one about it.
Could you have high tsh but still have hyperthyroidism?
Yes, it is possible to have a high TSH result while simultaneously having hypERthyroidism. The tests for hyperthyroidism must be used together to give an appropriate impression of thyroid function and diagnosis of dysfunction. The TSH test only tests the hormone called Thyroid Stimulating Hormone, which is produced in the brain and turns the thyroid on. To test for hyperthyroidism, your doctor will need to test Free T3 and Free T4. These are the hormones produced by the thyroid.
If the pituitary gland in the brain is overproducing TSH (often due to a tumor) while the patient has concurrent thyroid disease such as Graves' Disease; overconsumption of iodine; thyroid tumor or other cause of hyperthyroidism; the patient will have an elevated TSH along with elevated Free T3, and Free T4 levels.
How are the endocrine glands related to human behavior?
Endocrine system secretes hormones and other substances into the blood stream in order to control behavioral processes, such as responses to stress. the endocrine system controls biological processes, such as appetite, metabolism and growth.
How soon does radiation treatment take effect for hyperthyroidism?
Radiation treatment for hyperthyroidism is meant to take effect gradually. According to ThyroidAwareness.com, "The radioactive iodine is given by mouth, usually in capsule form, and is quickly absorbed from the bowel. It then enters the thyroid cells from the bloodstream and gradually destroys them. Maximal benefit is usually noted within three to six months."
Could a thyroid disorder display symptoms of both hypo and hyperthyroidism?
First, your thyroid is like an engine. It cannot - at the same moment - run both fast and slow. It can however, one minute be slow and the next minute be fast, and that can happen with both autoimmune thyroid diseases - Hashimoto's and Graves'.
The person who asked why her husband had hyper symptoms while testing hypO should read the following:
The symptoms of hypO and hypERthyroid conditions may appear to be the same in many people. The symptoms cross over and indicate there is a problem, but not necessarily which problem. In fact, it can be quite difficult to discern by symptoms alone if your thyroid has gone too high or too low until the situation is very serious. The best way to know your thyroid function is to test it, including TSH, Frees - Free T4 and Free T3 - and TPOabs. A few rare persons (myself included) lose weight when hypO (presumably because of malabsorption from an improperly working gut) and gain weight when hypER. Diarrhea can take the place of constipation as a result of gut inflammation caused by hypOthyroidism. Additionally, the symptoms of hypO and hypERthyroidism can often be virtually the same, which can be confusing to both patients and their physicians. This shows the importance of frequent lab testing.
Yes, it is possible for a single patient to have both Hashimoto's and Graves' at the same time. They are two different autoimmune diseases. It's like having the the flu and a cold at the same time. Both are autoimmune disorders in which the body's immune system is attacking itself. In Hashi's, the immune system attacks the thyroid gland itself, where Graves' is a disease of only the TSH receptor. This can create a confusing set of symptoms. Additionally, Graves' can both stimulate and block TSH receptors in the thyroid at the same time creating a confusing situation of rollercoastering highs and lows... and Hashi's patients can suffer a syndrome of thryoid dumping called Hashi's Toxicosis that causes a temporary hypER situation.
If the thyroid is very unstable, it will rollercoaster. The TSH test (sometimes the only test an unknowledgeable doctor uses) only tells you the average thyroid level over a period of about 6-8 weeks. Your Free T3 and Free T4 level must be off at the moment your blood is drawn for the test to reflect an abnormality. I
What is the difference between hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism?
the difference between hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism is:
Hyperthyroidism is the over secretion of Thyroxine while Hypothyroidism is the under secretion of Thyroxine.
Can celiac disease cause thyroid disturbances?
Celiac's can cause malabsorption which can adversely affect thyroid performance. Additionally, Celiac's is an autoimmune disorder and as such often is present with other autoimmune disorders including Hashimoto's Thyroiditis and Graves' Disease.
What is the best way to test hyperthyroidism?
Your doctor will test many things if he/she thinks you may have a thyroid condition. A basic thyroid screen consists of Free T3, Free T4, TSH and TPOabs. If those numbers are abnormal, additional testing may be done for antibody and other levels.
The healthy spouse may suffer symptoms of and need to be treated for hypOthyroidism.
How long does one have to stay away from someone after receiving i131 therapy?
Normally you ae in a room for 3 days by yourslef, but then after you go home, you should stay away from small children for about 5 days, and adults for 3. You dont have to stay rooms away, just keep a safe distance because when you get to leave you are at a safe radiation level.
What is Tertiary hyperparathyroidism?
Tertiary hyperparathyroidism occurs when CRF causes a severe imbalance in the calcium-phosphate ratio, leading to very high PTH production that results in hypercalcemia. Patients with this condition have high PTH and high calcium levels.
Dizzyness and "night sweats" are common symptoms of hyperthyroidism. You need to get the condition under control, especially since hyperthyroidism, when extreme, can cause the breakdown of muscle mass.
