Thyroid and Parathyroid Specialist
You’ve been diagnosed with a thyroid condition and your doctor has suggested thyroidectomy surgery as a possible treatment. Now you have questions: What is the thyroid? Why might I need surgery? What could it accomplish? To answer the first question, the thyroid is a gland located in your throat. It’s one of the endocrine glands, a system of glands that includes the pineal, … [Read more...] about Thyroidectomy Surgery
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
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
The thyroid gland, located at the front of your neck, is responsible for maintaining adequate metabolism by releasing appropriate amounts of a number of hormones. An overactive thyroid causes your metabolism to increase, which in turn causes heightened anxiety, unexpected weight loss and can also cause high blood pressure. On the other hand, an underactive thyroid can increase … [Read more...] about Your Parathyroid Gland and You
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
The Thyroid Gland Function The thyroid gland is an integral part of the human endocrine system. It is a butterfly-shaped organ located in the neck, lying just below the thyroid cartilage of the larynx (the “Adam’s apple”). The thyroid releases the thyroid hormones T3 and T4 (thyroxines), which perform a number of roles in the body, including: Growth Increases in … [Read more...] about The Thyroid Gland
Hyperparathyroidism and osteoporosis Known as parathyroidism as well as hyperparathyroidism, this is a disease that experts explain: "…is a simple benign disease that will slowly destroy your body and take away the 'joy of life' …the good news is that hyperparathyroidism is typically very routine to cure!" Unfortunately, one of the things it will often do until it is … [Read more...] about How Hyperparathyroidism Can Cause Osteoporosis
About Hyperthyroidism The thyroid is an important endocrine gland in the body. It produces the hormones necessary to maintain homeostasis, or, a constant internal state. The thyroid produces thyroid hormones, T3 and T4, which control energy metabolism and generation of body heat, amongst other functions. The thyroid gland also produces calcitonin, a hormone which regulates … [Read more...] about About Hyperthyroidism – Causes, Symptoms and Treatment
Function of the Thyroid Gland Your thyroid gland regulates and governs your metabolism by producing the thyroid hormones T3 and T4. If your thyroid does not produce enough T3 and T4, you have what is called hypothyroidism, which results in uncontrollable weight gain, fatigue, depression, and other issues. Severe, untreated hypothyroidism can result in severe weight gain, coma, … [Read more...] about Unhealthy Weight Loss and Hyperthyroidism
Complications of Uncontrolled Hyperthyroidism An overactive release of hormones from the thyroid is usually an illness with mild complications that are routine to control and reverse. That doesn’t mean you can ignore the issue if you have any of the symptoms of hyperthyroidism. If you have questions or concerns about uncontrolled hyperthyroidism see your local … [Read more...] about Complications of Uncontrolled Hyperthyroidism
