Hypothyroidism

Provided the correct, most current testing was done (at least Free T3, Free T4, TSH and TPOabs), when this happens, it's often called Sick Euthyroid Syndrome.

Yes, testing is not yet reliable enough to catch all thyroid problems, and each person is different in his/her thyroid needs. Within normal range does not mean it's normal for you.

Hashimoto's and Hypothyroidism are actually different things, even though they both effect the thyroids. Hashimoto's disease is an autoimmune disease which causes antibodies to react against proteins in the thyroid gland, making the gland unable to perform its functions. Hypothyroidism itself is a condition, in which the thyroid is either underactive or totally unable to function. The link in this chain is that Hashimoto's disease is a leading cause of hypothyroidism. By Hashimoto's Hypothyroidism, I assume you mean Hypothyroidism caused by Hashimoto's disease.

It may, but most people get plenty of iodine from a healthy diet, especially if they eat sea food on occasion and use iodized salt. Most likely there are other factors that are contributing to your hypothyroidism that usually involves a lower production of thyroid hormones T3 and/or T4. It's best to talk to your doctor and see what he/she recommends.

Cretinism is the condition that results from insufficient iodine in children.

One may take any medication needed on the Protocol, however it is likely, particularly with thyroid medication, that the weight reduction rate will not be as rapid as otherwise. This should not be a deterrent, though, as it will still be superior to any other weight loss regimen. It will be important to monitor one's thyroid levels, preferably for free T3, to determine when it is necessary to adjust the medication as it is likely to require less as the Protocol seems to aid in repairing the hypothalamus which, in turn, affects thyroid hormone levels. This is also true for diabetics using insulin on the Protocol as they often need far less insulin as their weight is released and their diet is improved.

Overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism).

About hyperthyroidism

Your thyroid is an endocrine gland. This means that it secretes hormones into your bloodstream. Hormones are chemicals produced by your body to help regulate how your cells and organs work. They are sometimes called chemical messengers.



Your thyroid gland makes two hormones: thyroxine (also called T4) and triiodothyronine (also called T3). Together, these hormones regulate your body's growth and metabolism. Your metabolism is how quickly your body burns energy and how quickly reactions in your body happen. Your rate of metabolism affects lots of things, such as how much you weigh and how much you sleep.

The production of your thyroid hormones is controlled by another hormone called thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH). This is made by an endocrine gland in your brain called the pituitary gland.

What is hyperthyroidism?

Hyperthyroidism is when your thyroid gland is overactive and produces excess thyroid hormones. This speeds up your body's metabolism, meaning that organs and processes in your body work faster.

Symptoms of hyperthyroidism

Hyperthyroidism has many different symptoms. In general, the symptoms relate to a speeding up of your body's metabolism. Symptoms include:

feeling nervous, irritable or emotional

tremor (shaking)

sleeping poorly

being intolerant of heat and sweating more than usual

losing weight despite having an increased appetite (although around one in 10 people will gain weight)

feeling tired

muscle weakness

increased heart rate or palpitations

having infrequent periods or problems getting pregnant

having more frequent bowel movements or diarrhoea

shortness of breath, especially when exercising

loss of hair or finer hair than usual

swelling of your thyroid gland (goitre)

swollen/red eyes, or double vision

If you have some, or all, of these symptoms, see your family doctor.

Hypothyroid disease occurs when the thyroid gland doesn't produce enough thyroid hormones. The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of the neck near the Adam's apple. Its primary purpose is to produce hormones that regulate the metabolism. Symptoms of hypothyroidism can include weight gain, fluid retention, and constipation. Talk with your doctor, or a nutritionist, regarding what might be the best foods to eat and which ones to avoid. It isn't a cure-all but some people with hypothyroidism try to eat a reduced about of gluten throughout the day. Eating less gluten can help reduce the severity of bloating and constipation. Again, talk with your doctor(s) to make sure this is the right approach for you.

The lymphatic system is the system in the body used to filter out infection and bad bacteria that are harmful to the body. When a lymph node is swollen, it is often being overworked and is trying to fight an infection. Typically when you have a swollen lymph node, there is some underlying infection that will either be fought off, will show itself in a less severe form, or will completely beat out the lymphatic system, and you will get the full blown sickness.

It can also be a sign of kidney problem, which affects the renal-lymphatics system. Could mean kidney infection, kidney damage/failure, kidney stones, cancer, lymphoma, diabetes, or diet (especially bad sugars: fructose and alcohol). Marijuana gets stored in the lymph nodes. I don't know if that would cause swelling, but it's good to know as a possibility.

Definitely go to a doctor sooner rather than later, and don't let them assume it's just a virus or bacteria. All other possibilities should be discussed, and tests should be done. It's important to be completely honest about everything you put into your body, including alcohol, marijuana, over-the-counter drugs, illegal drugs, and diet (especially bad sugars: fructose and alcohol). Patient-doctor confidentiality makes it safe to be completely honest.

It's okay to take aspirin while taking synthroid. (Do not take more than what is recommended on the package of aspirin.) If you are considering taking aspirin daily for your heart, it should be a baby aspirin or 1/2 tablet of plain aspirin.

When the thyroid does not generate enough hormones, the chemical interactions in the body might become out of balance. Autoimmune disease, hyperthyroidism therapies, radiation therapy, thyroid surgery, and certain drugs are all possible causes.

The medication that is most commonly prescribed for those living with hypothyroidism is a single daily dose of levothyroxine, given as a tablet. Levothyroxine comes in 12 different tablet strengths and it is a prescription that is prescribed by a doctor.

There is one standard treatment available for hypothyroidism. The oral medication, a synthetic thyroid hormone levothyroxine, will restore adequate hormone levels which reverses the signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism.

If a person has suffered from thyroid cancer, and has had their thyroid gland surgically removed in order to treat the cancer, that person would then have the most severe form of hypothyroidism, which is to have no thyroid gland at all.

Levothroid and Synthroid are both T4 replacement for hypothryoidism. While prescribed for the same use, with the same dosage, if you follow any blogs on the subject you'll see they aren't exactly the same. "It's in the fillers."

T2 is a type of MRI imaging technique in which TE and TR (Echo time and Repetition time) are longer and the image's contrast and brightness is determined specifically by T2 signals. A "hyperintense lesion" would appear as a bright white spot on a T2-weighted MRI, and its location is in the left centrum semiovale. The centrum semiovale is a large region of "white matter". It is composed of the fibers carrying information to and from the surface of the brain (cortex) to the deeper structures of the brain and to the spinal cord.

Well the WBC's are an obvious sign of infection. The platelets could be because you are prone to DVT or blood clots. U need to be evaluated and potentially placed on a blood thinner, as well as an antibiotic for infection depending on symptoms

In general, the condition of hypothyroidism will actually cause weight gain and synthroid generally corrects the problem. If your still struggling with weight gain, talk to your endo about switching to Armour.

I was recently diagnosed with the condition that causes Hypothyroidism; Hashimoto's Disease. It is an auto immune disease that attacks and kills your thyroid. As it is attacking your thyroid, it causes the thyroid to release high amounts of thyroid hormone at times (hyper) and not enough at other times (hypo). Hashimoto's Disease causes a lot of problems for people including infertility. If they get you on the right dose of hormone your fertility should improve. The fertility clinic I was going to found that I had Hypothyoridism and that I also had Hashimoto's Disease. If it wasn't for the fertility clinic, I wouldn't have been diagnosed for a few more years even tho my Thyroid Stimulating Hormone was ranging between 3.1 and 6.2 depending upon the day the labs were drawn. Check out the website www.stopthethyroidmadness for more information. I hope you get your conditions under control. That site sure helped me.

There's no research that proves it does, use your soy products at least 4 hours after taking thyroxine to be safe. The same guidelines apply to other products that may impair the body's ability to absorb thyroid medication, including high-fiber foods, iron and calcium supplements, and antacids that contain aluminum or magnesium.

maybe increase cardiac output because of the effect of certain drugs ;)

There are many potential symptoms for an underactive thyroid. Some symptoms include muscle and joint pains, neck discomfort, bowel problems, changes to the skin, fatigue and depression or anxiety.

Thyroid diasease

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.