The thyroid is a gland responsible for the control of your body’s metabolism. This gland produces triiodothyronine, also known as T3 and tetraiodothyronine, also called T4, hormones. These hormones work together to regulate the way your body cells utilise energy. If you have hypothyroidism, it means that your thyroid gland is not making enough of the necessary hormone. Low … [Read more...] about Treatment for Hypothyroidism
Thyroid Disorders
The Dangers of Overactive Thyroid Symptoms
The condition that causes overactive thyroid symptoms is known as hyperthyroidism. This condition often goes unrecognised. One of the reasons is that people may not pay attention to the signs that they have a problem with too many hormones. Also the opposite condition, hypothyroidism, gets a lot more attention. The inability to lose weight that results from an underactive … [Read more...] about The Dangers of Overactive Thyroid Symptoms
Hypothyroidism: Symptoms and Treatment
About hypothyroidism Hypothyroidism is a condition characterised by low levels of the thyroid hormones T3 and T4 in the bloodstream, where the thyroid gland is described as being underactive. Hypothyroidism can be either primary or secondary. In primary hypothyroidism, there is an issue with the thyroid and its ability to produce the thyroid hormones. Secondary hypothyroidism … [Read more...] about Hypothyroidism: Symptoms and Treatment
Understanding Graves Disease
Graves disease, named after Robert J. Graves, MD, is an autoimmune condition which affects the thyroid gland. Graves is one of the most common forms of thyroid dysfunction. While it is a serious condition and can lead to death if untreated, when properly cared for Graves is rarely fatal and straightforward to treat. The thyroid gland produces hormones which control metabolism. … [Read more...] about Understanding Graves Disease
Hyperthyroidism: Symptoms and Treatment
What Is Hyperthyroidism ? Hyperthyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland is overactive and produces too much of the thyroid hormones, T3 and T4 and is more common in women than men. Overall, 2% of women will experience some kind of hyperthyroidism in their lifetime, which is often diagnosed by a blood test. The results will show high levels of thyroid hormones, T3 and … [Read more...] about Hyperthyroidism: Symptoms and Treatment
The most common symptoms of thyroid problems
Have you experienced unexplained weight loss or gain? Do you have trouble relaxing or feel anxious all the time? Are you always lethargic and find yourself oversleeping a lot? Are you depressed? Is your hair thinning? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you may have a problem with your thyroid gland. The thyroid gland produces thyroid hormones, which work to … [Read more...] about The most common symptoms of thyroid problems
What is a goitre?
About what is a goitre You may have noticed some swelling at the base of your throat. As this could be something serious, it is important to get it checked, but the most likely case is that this is a goitre. A goitre is a swollen, enlarged thyroid gland – the gland that controls your metabolism. The goitre itself is not dangerous, but whether treatment is required lies within … [Read more...] about What is a goitre?
When Should You Get Your Thyroid Checked
Your thyroid gland governs your metabolism. When it’s in good working order, it helps your body burn the calories you take in and gives you the energy to function properly in all your day-to-day activities. If your thyroid gland is underactive, you’re said to have hypothyroidism and if it’s overactive, you have hyperthyroidism. Hypothyroidism is more common than … [Read more...] about When Should You Get Your Thyroid Checked
Congenital Hypothyroidism
Congenital Hypothyroidism Congenital hypothyroidism is a condition characterised by a loss of thyroid function. It affects approximately one child in 4,000 births, and up to 20% of cases are hereditary. Congenital hypothyroidism may be the result of the thyroid gland developing incorrectly, complete failure of the gland to develop at all, or the result of an enzyme defect … [Read more...] about Congenital Hypothyroidism
The Thyroid and Hypothyroidism
What is Hypothyroidism? The thyroid and hypothyroidism go hand in hand with one another. Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland is underactive, meaning it does not produce enough of the required hormones. This condition can affect everyone, but it tends to occur most frequently in older populations. Some medical professionals have estimated that women are 12 … [Read more...] about The Thyroid and Hypothyroidism