Swelling in the Throat Q: About 6 months ago, I’ve been diagnosed with a hyperactive thyroid. I’ve been on necessary medications, and I’ve been feeling better. However, upon a physical examination, the doctor found a slight lump in my neck/throat area. He told me that it wasn’t anything I should be concerned about. Nevertheless, I […]
Criteria for Treating Borderline Underactive Thyroid Q: I am a 14 years old girl having my TSH level 10. What to do and what problems will arise in future? -By Ashima Reply: Normal TSH level ranges between 2-11 mIU/L. Though a value of 10 is within the range, it is definitely on the higher side […]
Guidelines for TSH Level in Pregnancy With Reference Range Q: Follow-up of a hypothyroid patient trying to get pregnant. Reply: Since you are positive for AMA, just remember that you are prone to be hypothyroid after getting pregnant. Presence of AMA in one’s body increases the risk of repeated autoimmune disturbances. You understand that thyroid […]
Thyroid Gland and Its Disorders What Is Thyroid Disease? Thyroid disorder is abnormal functioning of the thyroid gland. Sometimes the body produces too much or too little thyroid hormone. Thyroid hormones regulate metabolism, that is, the way the body uses energy. So it affects nearly every organ in the body. If the body secretes too […]
Managing Thyroid Hormone Levels in Pregnancy Thyroid hormone plays a critical role during pregnancy both in the development of a healthy baby and in maintaining the health of the mother. Read about functions of the thyroid gland. Women with thyroid problems need to understand thyroid’s effect on pregnancy. Also, throughout pregnancy, it is necessary to […]
Hyperthyroidism in Pregnancy Hyperthyroidism in pregnancy is usually caused either by Graves’ disease or Hyperemesis Gravidarum. Graves’ Disease This is an autoimmune disorder. Here the body build up antibodies against specific cells of its own tissues. An antibody called Thyroid-Stimulating Immunoglobulin (TSI) is produced. This mimics TSH and causes the thyroid to make too much […]
Hypothyroidism in Pregnancy Hypothyroidism in pregnancy is usually caused by Hashimoto’s disease. This is a condition of chronic inflammation of the thyroid gland. Like Graves’ disease, Hashimoto’s disease is an autoimmune disorder. Here the immune system attacks the thyroid causing inflammation and interfering with its ability to produce thyroid hormones. Effects of Hypothyroidism on Mother […]
Allergies, Headaches and Hormonal Changes Q: Two days ago, my girl friend was rushed to the ER because of difficulty in breathing. She has a history of asthma and skin itching. Until now she had no menstruation. She had 4 mouth ulcers in her mouth, headaches and a movable little lump on her neck above […]
Thyroxine Replacement There are three well-tested, brand name levothyroxine preparations available in the market for the treatment of thyroid patients: Levothroid, Levoxyl, and Synthroid. Although there may be differences in the manufacturing, composition (dyes and fillers), and absorption rates among these preparations, each of these brand-name products is reliable and offers predictable results. Although changing […]
Hypothyroidism Hypothyroidism is reduced functioning of thyroid gland. The patient typically manifests certain symptoms on the basis of which diagnostic tests are performed. Symptoms of Hypothyroidism Weakness Fatigue Cold intolerance Constipation Weight gain (unintentional) Depression Joint or Muscle pain Thin, Brittle fingernails Thin and Brittle hair Pale color Slow speech Dry flaky skin Thickening of […]
