IS Hyperthyroidism a dangerous disease or not?
Hyperthyroidism is a symptom. It is not itself a disease. Hyperthyroidism can be caused by many things including:
An uncontrolled hyperthyroid condition can be dangerous, and if left uncontrolled, can result in death.
For appropriate diagnosis and treatment of thyroid dysfunction, please seek the help of a board certified endocrinologist who specializes in thyroid problems.
Why does your body need iodine and where does it go?
You can get iodine mainly from iodized salt, seafood and dark green vegetables such as kelp, kale and spinach. While your body only needs a small amount of iodine, not getting enough can lead to impaired physical and mental development in children, and poor thyroid development.
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Hyperthyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland is too active and produces an excess of thyroid hormones. This makes the body's functions speed up and leads to symptoms such as shaking, weight loss and anxiety.
In the UK, about one in 500 men and one in 50 women will develop hyperthyroidism at some point in their lives in the UK. I dont know the facts and figures for other nations.
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Can dehydration cause a sore back?
Dehydration can cause a sore anything! But it may only be part of the problem.
What should you do if you forgot to bring your thyroid medicine on a trip?
Go and see a doctor and get an emergency prescription.
Do patients with hyperthyroidism have visible enlarge thyroid glands?
Though it is not common, patients with hyperthyroidism can experience an enlarged thyroid gland depending upon age and stage of life. An enlarged thyroid gland is more common among those with hypothyroidism, Hashimoto's thyrioditis, or postpartum thyroiditis.
What is the main function of sex hormone?
The sex hormones control the development of primary and secondary sexual characteristics. They regulate the sex-related functions of the body, such as the menstrual cycle or the production of eggs or sperm.
Thyroid extract for hashimoto's disease?
Is thyroid USP extract natural compound suitable for hashimoto's disease??
Will you die if you do not have a thyroid gland?
The human body cannot function without thyroid hormone, either from a functioning gland, or through supplementation.
How do they administer the dye in a thyroid nuclear medicine scan?
Most often, the patient is given the radioactive substance in the form of a tasteless liquid or capsule. It may be injected into a vein (intravenously) in some instances.
What happens during a FNA thyroid biopsy?
The "fine needle aspiration" (FNA) can be done in the doctor's office. An anesthetic is not usually given. The patient will be asked to lie on his or her back. A pillow will be placed under the shoulders and the neck will be extended.
How fast can a thyroid go bad?
Symptoms of hypothyroidism usually appear slowly over several months or years. However, some people develop symptoms of hypothyroidism quickly over a few months. In general, the lower your thyroid hormone levels become and the longer they stay low, the more severe your symptoms will be
Is hyperthyroidism accompanied with the weight gain?
Hyperthyroidism causes the metabolism to be unnaturally high. You can think of it like a car with the gas pedal pushed down to the floor. Just as a car will use extra gas when it is driven like that, your body will use extra calories trying to keep up with the needs of your thyroid hormone driven cells. Weight loss is very typical in hyperthyroid patients.
What are the small glands that ride horseback on the thyroid?
They are called parathyroids and there are four. They are imbedded in the back quadrants of the thyroid gland. Parathyroids produce parathormone (PTH) which increases Calcium in the blood.
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What are common post-operative symptoms?
Post-operative nausea and vomiting is a common problem during recovery from general anesthesia. In addition, patients may feel drowsy, weak, or tired for several days after the operation, a combination of symptoms sometimes called the hangover effect
What does it mean when your thyroid is dying?
you can get sick from not taking your thyroid medicine but you cant die from it.