Hypothyroidism
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Hypothyroidism, also called underactive thyroid disease, is a common disorder. With hypothyroidism, your thyroid gland does not make enough thyroid...
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Doctors usually prescribe thyroid hormone pills to treat hypothyroidism. Most people start to feel better within a week or two. Your symptoms will...
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With the exception of certain conditions, the treatment of hypothyroidism requires lifelong therapy. Before synthetic levothyroxine (T4) was...
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Symptoms of hypothyroidism usually appear slowly over months or years. Symptoms and signs may include:Coarse and thinning hair.Dry skin.Brittle nails...
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Subclinical hypothyroidism refers to a state in which patients do not exhibit the symptoms of hypothyroidism. These patients also have a normal...
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The main treatment for hypothyroid is thyroid hormone pills. Excessive intake of certain foods may decrease thyroid function including...
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The most common cause of hypothyroidism is Hashimoto's thyroiditis. "Thyroiditis" is an inflammation of the thyroid gland. Hashimoto's...
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The symptoms of hypothyroidism are often subtle. They are not specific (which means they can mimic the symptoms of many other conditions) and are...
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Thyroid hormone medicine is the only effective way to treat hypothyroidism. In most cases, thyroid hormone medicine:Reduces or eliminates symptoms of...
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Many factors may increase your risk for developing hypothyroidism. These include:Age and sex. Older adults are more likely to develop hypothyroidism...
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Hashimoto's thyroiditis can be diagnosed by biopsy. However, clinical history along with a blood test confirming hypothyroidism plus the addition of...
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If you have symptoms of hypothyroidism, your doctor will order blood tests to check hormone levels. These may include: Thyroid-stimulating hormone...
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Although there are many causes of palpitations, they can occur if you are taking more thyroid hormones than you require. This may cause your heart to...
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Features of hypothyroidism can go unsuspected for a long period of time. These symptoms include:Fatigue.Lethargy.Mental impairment.Depression. Cold...
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Dry skin associated with hypothyroidism requires more hydration and added moisture than normal or oily skin. If your skin is itchy, consider using...
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