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Thyroid

The thyroid is responsible for controlling your metabolism, blood calcium levels, energy, excess fats, hormones, oxygen, weight loss. Blood tests can determine your TSH levels to see if you thyroid gland is functioning properly. If you have an under-active thyroid, you are said to have hypothyroidism. If you have an overactive thyroid, you are said to have hyperthyroidism. The thyroid can also be related to several other conditions such as Grave's Disease and heart problems.

1,360 Questions

Why do people get goiter?

People get goiter for two reasons.

1) lack of iodine

iodine is used to produce the Thyroid gland

if there isn't enough iodine, the Thyroid can't produce enough Thyroid hormone for the bodies needs, so it gets bigger to make up for it

2)too much iodine

the body produces to much Thyroid hormones because it is being overdosed by the iodine.

it then swells up...

hope that helped!

Carl Lewis ever had problem with thyroid disease?

Yes , Carl Lewis was diagnose with thyroid disease but he didn't let that hold him back. Carl kept long jumping and, he kept winning medal all type.

Which part supports the vocal cords?

In humans, voice box or larynx supports the vocal cords.

Do thyroid causes you to gain weight and is there any medicine to help you loose the weight?

For those coping with the thyroid conditions hypothyroidism or Hashimoto's thyroiditis, weight gain can be one of many symptoms to monitor. This is because these two conditions cause the thyroid gland to become underactive. When the thyroid becomes underactive, it doesn't produce enough thyroid hormones to stabilize the metabolism and other organs within the body. Taking daily thyroid medication is prescribed to supplement the lack of hormones the thyroid isn't producing.

As for other medications that can help you loose the weight, consult your physician. They might recommend assessing your daily activity and diet before seeking other medication options.

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.

Thyroid gland removal?

Skilled physicians/surgeons removing a thyroid gland rarely find it necessary to remove a parathyroid gland. Most physicians are extremely careful not to damage the parathyroids during surgery. Some patients are not so lucky and may suffer damage to their parathyroids which result in severe, even life threatening symptoms of hypOcalcemia days after thyroid surgery. Finding a skilled surgeon with experience in thyroid surgery will help to minimize the chances of damaging parathyroids during thyroid surgery.

What can cause inflammation in the salivary gland?

It can be an infection, and you'll need antibiotics for that. Since the TMJ joint is nearby, that may be the cause. Try taking some ibuprofen for a day or so, ice the area periodically and see if you get any relief.

What are possible side effects of triptans?

May cause tingling, numbness, sensations of heat or flushing, dizziness , drowsiness, or pain at the injection site.

Why is benign thyroid disease so important to treat?

A benign thyroid condition is important to treat because it can still impact the overall health and function of the thyroid gland. There might also be a root cause as to why there is the benign condition. As long as a goiter, thyroid nodule, or thyroid adenoma are benign, not growing or causing symptoms such as a cough or difficulty to swallow or breathe, it will be monitored through diagnostic testing and ultrasounds.

What can you take after a nuclear thyroid scan that would slow down some of the side effects before the month is over and they have a blood test to see the tsh levels?

Beta blockers and other medicines are sometimes given to alleviate some of the symptoms of hypERthyroid that may occur as the result of thyroid disease or increased thyroid levels that result from the thyroid scan process. Atenolol is often used as it works more directly on heart rate with a better side effect profile.

Is there a natural herb to take for a sluggish thyroid?

Sea Kelp

Hypothyroidism is caused by combination of mineral deficiency and heavy metal toxicity (frequently mercury from dental fillings). Useful minerals are magnesium and zinc. According to Traditional Chinese Medicine, the condition also indicates kidney stress. Fluid intake should be increased if below normal levels, and sea salt should be added to the diet. Selenium with a heavy metal detox (ie. NAC) should be included in the regimen. A person with heavy metal issues will have trouble absorbing the B vitamins, so a supplement is a wise idea. A person with hypothyroidism will crave fats to replace the lack of energy, and coconut oil vastly improves thyroid functioning, while shielding it from bad fats. Lecithin helps the oils in sticking to the metals being flushed. Iodine (applied dermally) is critically needed for stimulating the thyroid. Kelp (bladderwack) is very helpful for cleansing and providing the critical minerals too, but it should be used as a last resort because kelp often contains large quantities of heavy metals itself. Astragalas is a Chinese herb used to help. Fluoride (from toothpastes and tap water) attacks the thyroid, and neutralizes iodine, so make certain to remove all sources of fluoride.

Can pravastatin cause thyroid malfunctions?

Pravastatin Sodium contains povidine as an inactive ingredient. In Hyperthyroidism there is already an increase in iodine in the system. So the answer is yes.

How does taking remyline help thyroid patients?

Vitamin B12 helps in reducing the TSh levels and controllng hypothyroidism (I was prescribed high dosages of B12 as i had high TSH levels due to hypothyroid)

What are the effects on dishes and other items touched by patient following radioactive iodine treatment of thyroid?

Following radioactive iodine (RAI) treatment the Thyroid Cancer Survivors' Association, Inc. says to, "Use separate eating utensils or disposable eating utensils. Wash eating utensils separately for one week. Do not prepare food for others."

Related Website: ThyCA - Radioactive Iodine

What female runner had thyroid problems?

The female runner who represented the United States in the 1992 and 1996 Summer Olympic Games was Gail Devers. Devers' has the thyroid autoimmune condition Graves' Disease. It's a condition in which the thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormones.

What material is stored in the thyroid follicles?

The thyroid follicles store a substance called colloid, which is primarily composed of thyroglobulin, a precursor to thyroid hormones. Thyroglobulin contains iodine-rich amino acids, and when stimulated by thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), it is converted into the active hormones thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). This storage allows the thyroid gland to regulate metabolic processes efficiently by releasing these hormones as needed.

What system is affected by the removal of the thyroid gland?

The removal of the thyroid glands would result in the person not being able to produce T3 (triiodothyronine), T4 (thyroxine), and calcitonin. These three hormones are essential to maintaining the proper rate of metabolism in the body and the production of bone. In most cases, people choose to have their thyroid removed if they have hyperthyroidism. This can result in a disease called Grave's disease in which the eyeballs protrude. Sometimes this is referred to as 'bug-eyes.' If a person has their thyroid gland removed, they will have to take medication for the rest of their lives in order to maintain proper health.

What happen if you ate thyroid too much at a time?

it depends hw u r consuming it??

wether u r taking it well cookd r flash directly.

How do you know if you haven't been poisoned if diagnosed with thyroid problems - ecoili and i had all this pop up after I got engaged?

Is the thyroid problems possibly linked to being poisoned ? He had stun arrows in the kitchen a lot and was told he was seeing a younger woman and just after my house ? keep telling me I was nuts and this was for no reason - I had witnesses - I had my phone on a lot b/c it scared me - I didnt know he was cheating at time but I popped up with esherichia coli greater than 100,000 colony forming unit per ml and my thyroid test was abnormal ....

Isthmus in the thyroid gland of a human body?

There is no isthmus in thyroid gland. It is in the uterus. Thanx by Dr. Furqan Sarmad

Can thyroid nodules cause thyroid to not work well?

A thyroid nodule is a lump in or on the thyroid gland. Any time a lump is discovered in thyroid tissue, the possibility for cancer needs to be considered. Fortunately, the vast majority of thyroid nodules tend to be benign.

Can a thyroid problem in a man cause fertility issues?

Yes, a thyroid problem can cause male fertility issues.