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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.
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Who has the more active thyroid gland cats or humans?
Both cats and humans can end up with hypothyroidism, a condition that causes them to have low thyroid levels. Cats typically get this condition late in their life, while people can get hypothyroidism in adulthood.
Why is our chihuahuas pupils enlarged?
If you mean why are your dog's ocular globes protruding, that is a genetic inherited characteristic of the race.
However, if you are asking why your Chihuahua's pupil is excessively dilated, you should take it to your veterinarian for an examination. This can be a sign of brain damage, nerve damage or muscular damage in or around the eye.
Can you drink coffee after thyroid surgery?
You may drink coffee in moderation without worrying. The latest scientific information shows that 1-2 cups of coffee a day are safe. I'd stay away from multiple super-venti-grand-giganto lattes with extra shots, though! The only problem with too much coffee would be that you'd be more jittery than normal because of the thyroid medication. Basically, you can tell if you've had enough coffee. When you start feeling jittery, it's time to stop and drink less next time.
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What happens when you stop taking thyroid?
Can one stop taking thyroid medicine, and go over to foods such as seaweed, fich oil, or other supplements?
Is Cretinism due to a congenital lack of thyroid secretion?
Yes, cretinism is the condition caused by congenital lack of thyroid secretion. Neonatal thyroid testing is an important preventive strategy. Cretinism can be prevented by thyroid supplementation in patients with congenital hypothyroidism.
What does a hypoechoic nodule in soft tissues mean?
A thyroid nodule is simply a mass in your thyroid. Hyperechoic is a term used in ultrasound which determines how bright or dark the nodule is. Ultrasound is all black, white, and gray scales, so a hyperechoic nodule would be a mass in the thyroid that is BRIGHTER than the rest of the thyroid tissue.
A test is done, thyroid radioactive uptake, to see the size of the goiter. There is a possibility that the goiter will shrink without the need for surgery. The other removal method is surgery. Have a doctor determine these.
What hormone is produced by the thyroid gland?
There are two important hormones. They are tyroxine and calcitonin.
Can your thyroid make you sleep all the time?
Yes, that is one of the typical symptoms. However, other conditions (e.g. too much of your thyroid medication) can cause the same symptom.
A thyroid nuclear medicine scan is a diagnostic procedure to evaluate the thyroid gland, which is located in the front of the neck and controls the body's metabolism.
A radioactive substance that concentrates in the thyroid is taken orally or injected into a vein (intravenously), or both. A special camera is used to take an image of the distribution of the radioactive substance in and around the thyroid gland. This is interpreted to evaluate thyroid function and to diagnose abnormalities.
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What does the thyroid function tests reveal?
It depends- if you have a healthy thyroid gland, then it just reveals healthy thyroid tissue. It can also tell if your thyroid gland is over-active or under-active, producing too much or too little thyroxin which is a condition correctable by medication.
In the unlucky event of you having thyroid cancer, it will reveal the presence of malignant cells, although it should be added that if caught early enough, this is normally completely treatable. Even if the gland has to be removed, the patient can continue to live normally with regular injections of thyroxin (rather like diabetics with insulin injections).
If a person is having a problem with balance what part would most likely be the cause?
Balance problems, or vertigo, are caused by a conflict between what is seen and how the inner ear perceives it, leading to confusion in the brain.
A relatively rare life-threatening condition caused by exaggerated hyperthyroidism?
Graves' Disease.
It is the most common cause of Hyperthyrodism and Goiter.
Graves' Disease causes toxic Goiter which than ]will present with symptoms of thyrotoxicosis such as palpitations, hyperactivity, weight loss despite increased appetite, and heat intolerance.
A diagnostic lobectomy is a term sometimes used to refer to a Thyroid lobectomy in which half of the nodule-containing thyroid gland is removed. The term "diagnostic lobectomy" is in the instance where no clear preoperative diagnosis has been made, and the results can be used to help determine the appropriate diagnosis.
Can thyroid symptoms be misdiagnosed as fibromyalgia?
Many of the symptoms are similar and it is easily misdiagnosed.
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Taking the time to research, here's what I've learned about the thyroid and Autoimmune diseases in general. First: can thyroid symptoms be mistaken for Fibromyalgia? Highly unlikely because there are definitive tests and images that can accurately detect a thyroid problem and/or disease and/or tumor of the thyroid. Thyroid functioning tests would be conducted way ahead of suspecting an Autoimmune disease like Fibromyalgia.
A person suffering from Fibromyalgia would have a range of symptoms with a lot of tests showing negative results. There is one 'EXCEPTION'. When Fibromyalgia is in a 'flare up' stage, it's likely at least one or more of the patients immugobulin's (specific test of the immune system) would be off. Most notably, the IgE (immugobulin E) will probably test high. A normal IgE will nest around the 114 number (it's higher for men than women). My IgE is a good example of a immugoblulin in a serious temper tantrum. It's at 1,850. Sounds like I should explode, huh? Anyways...testing immugobulins tells doctors how well or not the immune system is functioning. Doctors can also test to see if an autoimmune disorder is in the rheumatic system using a blood test known as ANA and/or ANCA. It's easy for doctors to know they're dealing with inappropriate immune responses when other trouble makers test negative (like the thyroid).
So back to answering the original question, the thyroid would be an easy and obvious thing to test before suspecting an Autoimmune disease. What makes a Fibromyalgia diagnoses particularly important is the patient getting referred to a Neurologist first and then Rheumatologist to have their symptoms properly evaluated. It usually takes the skill of both doctors, but the Neurologists are an important first stop to help rule out and/or identify any related neorpathy conditions and flush out a more serious illness. These two specialists can usually pinpoint the definitive differences between Fibromyalgia vs. another Autoimmune diseases.
An autoimmune disease is simply a failure of one or more immugobulins in the immune system to respond correctly. The irrational response(s) are a result of brain tranmissions getting their wires crossed. Everyone with allergies suffers with an inappropriate immune response. In those cases the response is mild and responds quickly to OTC or perscription medications. Autoimmune diseases don't easily respond. The inflammation controlled by the central nervous system can be horrific and what parts of the body they attack is how they are segregated by name. Fibroymalgia is not alone in being difficult to diagnose nor is it alone in knowing exactly what causes it. It's difference is not being as consistent with the areas of the body it attacks whereas Lupus, MS, and Vascultis usually have a more definitive pattern that help doctors identify and monitor those diseases as they progress. If those patterns don't develop the doctors have named the mobility autoimmune disease Fibromyalgia. It is not a trash diagnoses nor is it a 'I give up' diagnosis. The disease moves around the body like a pin ball in a pin ball machine and that's what give it a unique identity. But there's the real deal. It's not as important that someone know with certainly which Autoimmune disease they have as it is having the right kind of doctor and monitored treatment.
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Fibromyalgia is an individual syndrome...what works for one is not the same for the next. Yes, Thyroid Symptoms can be confused for FIBRO and same back, and YES you can have them both happening FOR REAL at the same time. My rheumy had me doing labs to follow levels, when I felt best/worst, etc. A couple years of tracking. I was able to move through menopause keeping my Thyroid numbers perfect. 1 week of hot flashes. And when my thyroid level is adjusted to 2.0, I feel my best and that I am in control.
I do not use the latest of the drugs out on the market claiming cure or changes in my FIBRO condition. I have had FMS since I was a little girl, documented by medical records. As a child, they would use penicillin injections to 'make me better'. This is no different that the flooded drug market with the latest. Each has to figure out what works. My mind works hard, even if the body lags behind. Fibromyalgia won't kill you. It can make your life unbearable, tho.
My FIBRO also mimics MS, to the point of full testing to rule it out. MS runs in my family, my generation (6). Followed advice of THEIR doctors and was tested. Symptoms stated FMS related. Had a friend who was Dxed as FMS, later finding out it was MS as she regressed.
How do they check your thyroid?
this is a very easy thing to have done i just went through it all they do is take a little blood and test it its that easy and well worth it
Besides doing the blood work as described above, it's simply a series of observations made by the doctor. It's a very comfortable setting, so don't worry. The most invasive part of the procedure is equivalent to a massage on the front part of your neck. The doctor will just ask questions such as if you have noticed any fluctuations in weight recently, how you compare to others with regards to if you feel excessively hot or cold in certain environments. He/she will ask if you noticed any changes in hair distribution or texture, and he'll probably ask to look at your throat while you swallow once or twice. It's simple and it's fast. The doctor is doing all this to ensure that you are okay, so relax, smile, and know that you're being taken care of.
How does goitre affect the body?
it affects your metabolism and can give you mental problems as well as physical problems
What is the chemical used in Grave's disease to destroy tissue of the thyroid gland?
Grave's Disease is an autoimmune thyroid disorder in which your body is rejecting and destroying your thyroid. There is no way to stop the process, but you can slow it down and lessen the symptoms of the disease.
If you go to an endocrinologist you will be told to take radioactive iodine to destroy your remaining thyroid tissue, and then you will be put on synthetic thyroid hormones that you must take for the rest of your life. The normal end result of Grave's disease is a total loss of thyroid tissue. Radioactive iodine treatment just gets you to that point in a couple of weeks or months rather than having to wait years.
There are natural approaches to treatment for Grave's disease as well. The goal of natural therapies is to support your body while your thyroid is being destroyed by lowering your antibody levels and reducing your symptoms. You may or may not need thyroid hormones (determined by blood tests) during portions of this treatment. The benefit of natural treatments is that you can avoid the negative side effects of radiation.
What is follicular thyroid cancer?
The follicular type (30-50% of thyroid cancers) also develops in the hormone-producing cells, has a good cure rate but may be difficult to control if the cancer invades blood vessels or grows into nearby structures in the neck.
What can you eat after taking the thyroid scan pill?
Talk with your physician regarding any concerns or dietary restrictions before and after taking the radioactive isotope needed for a thyroid scan uptake. Typically, an endocrinologist will advise staying away from shellfish before the thyroid uptake scan. They might also have other suggestions so be sure to find out what they recommend.
