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Articles related to "Autoimmune Thyroid Disease"
Betty Davis Eyes… (Part I) TED (thyroid eye disease) affects approximately 50% of people with Graves' Disease, but did you know it can also affect those with Hashimotos thyroiditis. The same antibodies in autoimmune thyroid disease that attack the thyroid can also attack the tissues around the eyes causing symptoms from redness and irritation to bulging and disfigurement. ted • thyroid eye disease • thyroid opthalmopathy • autoimmune • thyroid disease
Betty Davis Eyes… (Part II) Symptoms of TED (thyroid eye disease) can occur before, during or after treatment for autoimmune thyroid disease. It is important for us to recognize the signs and symptoms and seek early treatment to avoid serious complications. ted • thyroid eye disease • autoimmune • thyroid disease • graves disease
Pregnancy and Autoimmune Thyroid Disease Thyroid hormones impact female reproduction in several ways. In some cases it can cause menstruation to stop, make it more difficult to conceive and carry a pregnancy, increase the risk of miscarriage and gestational diabetes. thyroid • pregnancy • autoimmune • miscarriage • graves
Selenium Deficiency The trace mineral selenium is essential for proper functioning of the immune system and thyroid gland. Low selenium levels contribute to pain, infection, and disease. selenium • selenium deficiency • trace minerals • viral • autoimmune
Thyroid Disease Neuropsychiatric symptoms are common features of thyroid disease and include bipolar disorder, depression, cognitive changes, and sleep disturbances. hyperthyroidism • hypothyroidism • psychiatric symptoms • behavioral changes • graves disease
Thyroid Disease Cardiac changes occur in both hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. A new study shows that mild subclinical hypothyroidism doubles the risk of congestive heart failure. hyperthyroidism • hypothyroidism • autoimmune • thyroid disease • thyrotoxicosis
Thyroid Disease Triggers Autoimmune thyroid disorders develop in people with certain predisposing genes when they're exposed to specific environmental triggers. This article describes these trigg autoimmune • thyroid • thyroiditis • hyperthyroidism • hypothyroidism
Multiple Autoimmune Syndrome Multiple Autoimmune Syndrome can be classified into 3 subtypes, in which certain disorders frequently occur together; these classifications aid in diagnosis. uveitis • multiple autoimmune diseases • multiple autoimmune disorders • vitiligo • pernicious anemia
Canine Epilepsy Hypothyroidism in dogs can cause sudden onset of epilepsy, unprovoked aggression, moodiness, depression, hyperactivity, anxiety, and other undesirable behaviors. canine hypothyroidism • canine epilepsy • dogs seizures • autoimmune thyroid disease dogs • autoimmune hypothyroidism dogs
Dermatitis Herpetiformis Dermatitis herpetiformis, once considered celiac disease of the skin, is known to occur in a number of different autoimmune disorders. dermatitis herpetiformis • duhring's disease • celiac disease • iodine • gluten
Ocular Myasthenia Gravis Ocular myasthenia gravis can occur as an isolated autoimmune disorder although most people with ocular symptoms go on to develop generalized MG within the first two years ocular myasthenia gravis • eye myasthenia gravis • ocular mg • ophtalmological myasthenia gravis • autoimmune
Rashes and Hives Persons with autoimmune disorders, especially thyroid disorders, lupus and Sjogren's, are at risk for rashes, hives and urticarial vasculitis. urticaria • angioedema • rashes • hives • urticarial vasculitis
The TSH Thyroid Function Test The TSH test result is an excellent tool for screening new patients for thyroid disease. But in some cases of autoimmune thyroid disease, the results can be misleading. tsh • thyrotropin • tsh receptor • tsh receptor antibodies • thyroid
Autoimmune Endocrine Diseases This article describes the autoimmune endocrine disorders and their effects on hormone levels. polyglandular • polyendocrine • autoimmune • endocrine • autoimmunity
The TSH Range Since the first tests for TSH were introduced in the 1970s, the TSH reference range has been lowered 3 times. Studies suggest that it's time to lower it again. tsh • thyrotropin • tsh suppression • low tsh • tsh receptor antibodies
Autoimmune Liver Diseases A better understanding of the populations primarily affected by autoimmune liver diseases can help elicit the environmental triggers of these disorders. autoimmune liver diseases • primary biliary cirrhosis • pbc • autoimmune hepatitis • primary sclerosing cholangitis
Atypical Celiac Disease Symptoms Besides the gastrointestinal tract, celiac disease can affect many other bodily symptoms, and it's often associated with other disorders. celia cisease • gluten sensitivity enteropathy • malabsorption • autoimmune disease • wheat intolerance
Celiac Disease Update This article describes celiac disease and the genetic markers that confer susceptibility to its development. This article includes an overview of symptoms and potential complications, and it explains how testing for genetic markers can aid with diagnosis. gluten • sensitivity • celiac • disease • gse
Understanding Autoantibodies This article describes autoantibodies and expains their role in autoimmune disease development. The use of autoantibody tests for diagnosing and monitoring autoimmune diseases is also described. antibody • autoantibody • autoantibodies • autoimmune • immune
Autoimmune Diseases This article serves as an introduction to autoimmune disorders, including their natural course, causes, symptoms, subtypes and treatment. autoimmune • immune • disease • disorders • system
Autoimmune Diseases and Hepatitis Patients with viral and autoimmune hepatitis are at increased risk for developing several different autoimmune disorders. autoimmune • diseases • hepatitis • viral • glomerulonephritis
Autoimmune Eye Diseases Researchers at both Pennsylvania State University and Harvard University are conducting clinical trials on promising topical therapies for autoimmune eye disorders. autoimmune eye disease • thyroid eye disease • corneal abrasions • type 1 diabetes • myasthenia gravis
Autoimmune Hepatitis I In Part I of this two-part article on autoimmune hepatitis, I present an overview of the symptoms, environmental triggers, prevalence and nature of autoimmune hepatitis and I describe the autoantibodies that are seen in this condition. hepatitis • autoimmune • aih • liver • viruses
Canine Hypothyroidism Dogs are susceptible to many different autoimmune disorders. One of the most common is autoimmune canine hypothyroidism. hypothyroidism • autoimmune • canine • antibodies • thyroid
Drug Abuse and AD Development Recreational drugs, such as cocaine, amphetamine, marijuana, and heroin have all been implicated in autoimmune disease development and progression. autoimmune • disease • recreational drugs • thyroid disease • methamphetamine
Hypersensitivity Reactions Hypersensitivity reactions occur when the immune system responds in an exaggerated fashion to foreign antigens such as pollen or food proteins. allergic • allergy • hypersensitivity • immune system • autoimmune disease
Idiopathic Hypoparathyroidism This article describes the diagnosis, symptoms, manifestations, and treatment of autoimmune hypoparathyroidism. hypoparathyroidism • parathyroid • pth • vitamin d • calcium
Lemon Balm in Autoimmune Diseases Lemon balm, a member of the mint family, is used to relieve symptoms and promote immune system health in patients with autoimmune disease. lemon • balm • autoimmune • disease • diseases
Lichen Myxedematosus Lichen myxedematosus is a chronic autoimmune skin disorder characterized by flesh-colored papules and nodules. lichen myxedematosus • lichen planus • papular mucinosis • autoimmune skin disorders • rash
Lymphoma in Autoimmune Disease An increased incidence of non-Hodgkin lymphoma (NHL) is associated with certain autoimmune diseases. This article describes the autoimmune connection in NHL. autoimmune • disease • hodgkin • lymphoma • celiac
Thyroid Acropachy Thyroid acropachy is characterized by soft tissue swelling and periosteal bone changes, which usually occur in the fingers, toes and lower extremities, causing clubbing. acropachy • thyroid acropachy • pretibial myxedema • autoimmune • thyroid eye disease
Thyroid Disease and Miscarriage: Who's Right? This study says that women with thyroid disease have a higher incidence of infertility and recurrent miscarriage. This study says that there the incidence is not higher and in fact thryoid disease does not play a part. Who should you believe? How do you decide? thyroid • pregnancy • study • research • miscarriage
Thyroid Disease-Psychiatric Aspect Studies show an increased prevalence of psychiatric disorders and symptoms in patients with autoimmune thyroid disease and euthyroid goiter. autoimmune • thyroid • psychiatric • disorders • goiter
Vitamin B12 Deficiency Vitamin B12 deficiency can cause a variety of symptoms, including dementia. Autoimmune causes of this deficiency include pernicious anemia and autoimmune gastritis. cobalamin • vitamin b12 • pernicious anemia • gastritis • atrophic gastric
What do I do now? Have you just found out that you have thryoid disease? Are you feeling thoroughly confused by the variety and amount of information on the 'net? Where do you go from here? thyroid • thyroiditis • graves disease • hyperthyroidism • hypothyroidism
Achieving Remission Remission, either permanent or temporary, refers to the absence of active disease in patients with chronic disorders. remission • flares • exacerbations • autoimmune disease • multiple sclerosis
Antibodies and Autoantibodies A healthy immune system produces many different antibodies. However, when the immune system errs and reacts with the body's proteins, it produces autoantibodies. antibodies • autoantibodies • autoimmune • autoimmunity • autoimmune disorders
Autoimmune Infertility Autoimmune disease is a primary contributing factor in infertility. This article describes this autoimmune connection along with current therapies. autoimmune • disease • infertility • premature • ovarian
Benefits of a Gluten-Free Diet Many people may benefit from a gluten-free diet, including those with Celiac disease, M.S., brain fog, seizures, arthritis, osteoporosis, autism, diabetes, and ataxia. gluten-free diet • wheat-free • gluten sensitivity • celiac disease • rheumatoid arthritis
Human Parvovirus B19 Infection Human Parvovirus B19 has been linked to a number of different autoimmune diseases, including vasculitis and connective tissue disorders. parvovirus • human parvovirus • human parvovirus b19 • parvovirus b19 • autoimmune
PBC Update This article describes the autoimmune liver disease primary biliary cirrhosis (PBC)including a description of the four disease stages, risk factors for and symptoms of PBC, diagnostic tests and treatment options. autoimmune • liver • primary • biliary • cirrhosis
Relapsing Polychondritis Relapsing polychondritis is a systemic rheumatic disease that destroys cartilage. It can occur alone or in patients with other autiommune disorders. relapsing • polychondritis • autoimmune • connective • cartilage
Systemic Lupus Advances With early diagnosis and treatment, as well as lifestyle changes, the outcome for patients with systemic lupus has improved considerably over the last few years. sle • systemic lupus erythematosus • lupus • lupus disorders • autoimmune
Adrenal Insufficiency This article describes the causes, symptoms, signs and changes seen in adrenal insufficiency as well as the tests and procedures used for its diagnosis. autoimmune • adrenal • insufficiency • gland • infection
Subclinical Hypothyroidism Subclinical hypothyroidism (SH) has causes and symptoms similar to those of overt hypothyroidism. This article describes SH and explains why it should be treated. thyrotropin • subclinical • hypothyroidism • hyperthyroidism • tsh |
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