Articles related to "Hypothyroidism"
Canine Hypothyroidism
Dogs are susceptible to many different autoimmune disorders. One of the most common is autoimmune canine hypothyroidism.
hypothyroidism • autoimmune • canine • antibodies • thyroid
Dogs are susceptible to many different autoimmune disorders. One of the most common is autoimmune canine hypothyroidism.
hypothyroidism • autoimmune • canine • antibodies • thyroid
Hypothyroidism and Atherosclerosis
Along with smoking, hypertension, and elevated cholesterol, hypothyroidism is a significant risk factor for atherosclerosis or hardening of the arteries.
hypothyroidism • cardiac risk thyroid • heart problems hypothyroidism • atherosclerosis • atherosclerosis hypothyroidism
Along with smoking, hypertension, and elevated cholesterol, hypothyroidism is a significant risk factor for atherosclerosis or hardening of the arteries.
hypothyroidism • cardiac risk thyroid • heart problems hypothyroidism • atherosclerosis • atherosclerosis hypothyroidism
Subclinical Hypothyroidism May Increase Cardiovascular Risk
Women with low thyroid may be more at risk for cardiovascular disease. Even slightly low normal levels may increase the risk for postmenopausal women.
cardiovascular • thyroid • hypothyroidism • subclinical hypothyroidism • myocardial infarction
Women with low thyroid may be more at risk for cardiovascular disease. Even slightly low normal levels may increase the risk for postmenopausal women.
cardiovascular • thyroid • hypothyroidism • subclinical hypothyroidism • myocardial infarction
Your Thyroid: What it is and What it does
I'll explain some thyroid basics including: <li>a definition of the thyroid </li> <li>its appearance</li> <li>location in the body</li> <li>and function.</li>
t3 • t4 • triiodothyronine • thyroxine • hypothyroid
I'll explain some thyroid basics including: <li>a definition of the thyroid </li> <li>its appearance</li> <li>location in the body</li> <li>and function.</li>
t3 • t4 • triiodothyronine • thyroxine • hypothyroid
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
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
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
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
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
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
The Fibromyalgia/Hypothyroidism Link
Elaine Moore says that "The link between hypothyroidism and fibromyalgia has recently intensified. It’s long been known that about 15 percent of patients with primary hypothyroidism go on to develop fibromyalgia." Further discussion will be found within this article.
fibromyalgia • fms • hypothyroidism • chronic • pain
Elaine Moore says that "The link between hypothyroidism and fibromyalgia has recently intensified. It’s long been known that about 15 percent of patients with primary hypothyroidism go on to develop fibromyalgia." Further discussion will be found within this article.
fibromyalgia • fms • hypothyroidism • chronic • pain
A Whole Lotta Hypothyroidism Facts
Let's get some facts clear about hypothyroidism here.
t3 • t4 • triiodothyronine • thyroxine • hypothyroid
Let's get some facts clear about hypothyroidism here.
t3 • t4 • triiodothyronine • thyroxine • hypothyroid
Hypothyroidism and Its Pals
A look at complementary remedies for hypothyroidism and its associated illnesses.
holistic • therapy • hypothyroidism • thyroid • irritable bowel syndrome
A look at complementary remedies for hypothyroidism and its associated illnesses.
holistic • therapy • hypothyroidism • thyroid • irritable bowel syndrome
Hypothyroidism during Pregnancy effects IQ Scores
A study published in The New England Journal of Medicine indicates that undiagnosed hypothyroidism during pregnancy impacts the child's intellectual performance in school. These provocative findings prompted comment from The American Thyroid Association and The Thyroid Society. What do you think?
iq scores • thyroid defiency • thyroid • neuropsychological development • developmental problems
A study published in The New England Journal of Medicine indicates that undiagnosed hypothyroidism during pregnancy impacts the child's intellectual performance in school. These provocative findings prompted comment from The American Thyroid Association and The Thyroid Society. What do you think?
iq scores • thyroid defiency • thyroid • neuropsychological development • developmental problems
Hypothyroidism Glossary
You know you have hypothyroidism. You understand some of the basics, right? Well, let's continue our exploration into this topic with some definitions and descriptions of terms that relate to this and other thyroid conditions.
hypothyroidism • suite 101 • deanna goodson • thyroid health • thyroid disease
You know you have hypothyroidism. You understand some of the basics, right? Well, let's continue our exploration into this topic with some definitions and descriptions of terms that relate to this and other thyroid conditions.
hypothyroidism • suite 101 • deanna goodson • thyroid health • thyroid disease
Introducing the Coping With Hypothyroidism Course
Coping with Hypothyroidism is not always so easy. My course, at Suite University, tries to make it as simple as possible so that you can live well with this chronic condition.
hypothyroidism • coping with hypothyroidism • course • suite 101 • suite university
Coping with Hypothyroidism is not always so easy. My course, at Suite University, tries to make it as simple as possible so that you can live well with this chronic condition.
hypothyroidism • coping with hypothyroidism • course • suite 101 • suite university
Thyroid Hormone and Cardiovascular Disease - Hypothyroidism
Too little thyroid hormone can significantly increase your risk of heart disease.
heart disease • hypothyroidism • cholesterol • triglyceride • atherosclerosis
Too little thyroid hormone can significantly increase your risk of heart disease.
heart disease • hypothyroidism • cholesterol • triglyceride • atherosclerosis
What are the Symptoms of Hypothyroidism?
Learn about the common and perhaps not-so common symptoms of Hypothyroidism.
thyroid • hypothyroid • hypothyroidism • goiter • disease
Learn about the common and perhaps not-so common symptoms of Hypothyroidism.
thyroid • hypothyroid • hypothyroidism • goiter • disease
Hypothyroidism And Infertility
Sometimes infertility is not caused by reproductive system problems. It can be caused by diseases of other organs, including the thyroid.
hypothyroidism and infertility • hyperthyroidism and infertility • long menstrual cycle • heavy periods • miscarriage
Sometimes infertility is not caused by reproductive system problems. It can be caused by diseases of other organs, including the thyroid.
hypothyroidism and infertility • hyperthyroidism and infertility • long menstrual cycle • heavy periods • miscarriage
Hypothyroidism in Children
Hypothyroidism can affect one in 3,000 children born in the United States today. Do you know the warning signs?
hypothyroidism • mayo clinic • infants • early sexual development • excessive sleepiness
Hypothyroidism can affect one in 3,000 children born in the United States today. Do you know the warning signs?
hypothyroidism • mayo clinic • infants • early sexual development • excessive sleepiness
The Thyroid and Adrenal Connection
When, and only when, autoimmune hypothyroidism and adrenal insufficiency occur together, correcting one disorder can effectively correct the other.
autoimmune polyglandular syndrome • autoimmune adrenal insufficiency • adrenal insufficiency • autoimmune hypothyroidism • hypothyroidism
When, and only when, autoimmune hypothyroidism and adrenal insufficiency occur together, correcting one disorder can effectively correct the other.
autoimmune polyglandular syndrome • autoimmune adrenal insufficiency • adrenal insufficiency • autoimmune hypothyroidism • hypothyroidism
Introduction To Me
A basic introduction to the content editor of this topic, Deanna Couras Goodson, with a brief insight into her own struggle with this illness.
illness • depression • hypothyroidism • disease • autoimmune
A basic introduction to the content editor of this topic, Deanna Couras Goodson, with a brief insight into her own struggle with this illness.
illness • depression • hypothyroidism • disease • autoimmune
Me and My Thyroid
Weight problems often impact those of us with hypothyroidism. I share my personal struggle with weight here.
weight • losing weight • hypothyroidism • sluggish metabolism • thyroid
Weight problems often impact those of us with hypothyroidism. I share my personal struggle with weight here.
weight • losing weight • hypothyroidism • sluggish metabolism • thyroid
Pregnancy and Thyroid Disease
Your unborn child can be effected by your thyroid disease. Careful monitoring is necessary to maintain both your health and the health of your baby.
pregnancy • thyroid disease • hypothyroidism • hyperthyroidism • graves disease
Your unborn child can be effected by your thyroid disease. Careful monitoring is necessary to maintain both your health and the health of your baby.
pregnancy • thyroid disease • hypothyroidism • hyperthyroidism • graves disease
So, How Do I Know If It Is My Thyroid?
The symptoms of thyroid disease are often vague and can mimic other diseases. How can you decide if it really is thyroid related?
thyroid • hypothyroidism • hyperthyroidism • symptoms • graves' disease
The symptoms of thyroid disease are often vague and can mimic other diseases. How can you decide if it really is thyroid related?
thyroid • hypothyroidism • hyperthyroidism • symptoms • graves' disease
Treatment Options (Part I)
In this series, we will explore some of the treatment options for thyroid disease. As always your comments and discussion are welcome. Which option did you choose? Was it a good choice for you? What advice would you give those who are making this choice now?
thyroid • thyroxin • t4 replacement • treatment options • hypothyroidism
In this series, we will explore some of the treatment options for thyroid disease. As always your comments and discussion are welcome. Which option did you choose? Was it a good choice for you? What advice would you give those who are making this choice now?
thyroid • thyroxin • t4 replacement • treatment options • hypothyroidism
Euthyroid GD
Euthyroid Graves' disease is a condition characterized by the signs and symptoms of thyroid eye disease in the absence of thyroid dysfunction.
euthyroid • graves • disease • autoimmune • thyroid
Euthyroid Graves' disease is a condition characterized by the signs and symptoms of thyroid eye disease in the absence of thyroid dysfunction.
euthyroid • graves • disease • autoimmune • thyroid
Euthyroid Graves' Disease
Euthyroid Graves' disease is a condition characterized by the signs and symptoms of thyroid eye disease in the absence of thyroid dysfunction.
euthyroid • graves • disease • autoimmune • thyroid
Euthyroid Graves' disease is a condition characterized by the signs and symptoms of thyroid eye disease in the absence of thyroid dysfunction.
euthyroid • graves • disease • autoimmune • thyroid
Improve Thyroid Function
Tired? Sluggish? Fuzzy-brained? Trouble sleeping? Gaining weight? Symptoms some women attribute to stress or exhaustion could actually be a slow adrenal system.
slow thyroid • improve thyroid • improve thyroid function • live with thyroid • help for thyroid
Tired? Sluggish? Fuzzy-brained? Trouble sleeping? Gaining weight? Symptoms some women attribute to stress or exhaustion could actually be a slow adrenal system.
slow thyroid • improve thyroid • improve thyroid function • live with thyroid • help for thyroid
New Thyroid Disease
Recent studies show that thyroid function test results can be misleading. In a recently discovered MCT8 mutation, hypothyroidism occurs but not its typical lab pattern.
thyroid • hypothyroidism • thyroid hormone resistance • thyroxine • triiodothyronine
Recent studies show that thyroid function test results can be misleading. In a recently discovered MCT8 mutation, hypothyroidism occurs but not its typical lab pattern.
thyroid • hypothyroidism • thyroid hormone resistance • thyroxine • triiodothyronine
Pregnancy and Graves' disease
This article describes the current views on treating Graves' disease in patients diagnosed with Graves' disease or who develop hyperthyroidism during pregnancy.
graves • disease • hyperthyroidism • pregnancy • autoimmune
This article describes the current views on treating Graves' disease in patients diagnosed with Graves' disease or who develop hyperthyroidism during pregnancy.
graves • disease • hyperthyroidism • pregnancy • autoimmune
Three Required Newborn Tests
Newborns are tested for a variety of medical conditions after birth. Testing varies from state to state, but your baby will be automatically tested for three conditions.
newborn tests • required newborn tests • hypothyroidism • pku • galactosemia
Newborns are tested for a variety of medical conditions after birth. Testing varies from state to state, but your baby will be automatically tested for three conditions.
newborn tests • required newborn tests • hypothyroidism • pku • galactosemia
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
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
Thyroid Disorders
According to the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, up to 27 million of Americans may be affected with thyroid disorders. More than 50% are undiagnosed.
thyroid stimulating hormone • hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism • body metabolism • thyroid neck check • elevated cholesterol
According to the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, up to 27 million of Americans may be affected with thyroid disorders. More than 50% are undiagnosed.
thyroid stimulating hormone • hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism • body metabolism • thyroid neck check • elevated cholesterol
Thyroid Testing: Part 1
Let's learn about the most common tests to diagnose decreased thyroid function, or hypothyroidism. We'll discuss the TSH, T4, Free T4, T3 and Free T3 tests in this, the first part, of the two-part series.
t3 • t4 • triiodothyronine • thyroxine • hypothyroid
Let's learn about the most common tests to diagnose decreased thyroid function, or hypothyroidism. We'll discuss the TSH, T4, Free T4, T3 and Free T3 tests in this, the first part, of the two-part series.
t3 • t4 • triiodothyronine • thyroxine • hypothyroid
Understanding T4 and T3 Levels
Much ado is made about TSH levels when treating thyroid dysfunction. In some cases, other thyroid labs like T4 and T3 are just as important.
thyroid t4 t3 • thyroid t4 • t4 and t3 • t4 t3 thyroid hormones • t3 t4 levels
Much ado is made about TSH levels when treating thyroid dysfunction. In some cases, other thyroid labs like T4 and T3 are just as important.
thyroid t4 t3 • thyroid t4 • t4 and t3 • t4 t3 thyroid hormones • t3 t4 levels
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
Studies show an increased prevalence of psychiatric disorders and symptoms in patients with autoimmune thyroid disease and euthyroid goiter.
autoimmune • thyroid • psychiatric • disorders • goiter
Standards of Laboratory Practice for Thyroid Disease
The ATA and NACB are asking for comment on the proposed changes in the "Laboratory Support for the Diagnosis and Monitoring of Thyroid Disease". The guidelines for cost-effective use of laboratory testing. Members of these organizations are asked to comment. They hope to have the monograph finalized by the Kyoto International Congress on Thyroid Disease in October, 2000.
laboratory • thyroid • t4 • t3 • tsh
The ATA and NACB are asking for comment on the proposed changes in the "Laboratory Support for the Diagnosis and Monitoring of Thyroid Disease". The guidelines for cost-effective use of laboratory testing. Members of these organizations are asked to comment. They hope to have the monograph finalized by the Kyoto International Congress on Thyroid Disease in October, 2000.
laboratory • thyroid • t4 • t3 • tsh
The Thyroid-Cholesterol Connection
An estimated 13 million Americans have a thyroid disorder with nearly half remaining undiagnosed. Approximately 98 million adults have high cholesterol or total blood cholesterol values of 200 mg/dL or higher. <I>Ninety</I> percent of patients diagnosed with hypothyroidism have elevated cholesterol or triglyceride levels.
lipid • cholesterol • triglyceride • hyperlipidemia • thyroid
An estimated 13 million Americans have a thyroid disorder with nearly half remaining undiagnosed. Approximately 98 million adults have high cholesterol or total blood cholesterol values of 200 mg/dL or higher. <I>Ninety</I> percent of patients diagnosed with hypothyroidism have elevated cholesterol or triglyceride levels.
lipid • cholesterol • triglyceride • hyperlipidemia • thyroid
Basic Causes of Thyroid Dysfunction
What makes good thyroids go bad? It's a combination of things including hormonal imbalances, preexisting conditions and much more. Read more about the basics of thyroid dysfunction here.
hypothyroidism • hormone • thyroid hormone • tyrosine • iodine
What makes good thyroids go bad? It's a combination of things including hormonal imbalances, preexisting conditions and much more. Read more about the basics of thyroid dysfunction here.
hypothyroidism • hormone • thyroid hormone • tyrosine • iodine
Becoming an Active Participant in Your Health Care
Many people don't feel empowered enough to address their concerns with their doctors openly. Here are some tips and tricks to get empowered and become an active co-manager of your conditions.
doctor • health care • healthcare • personal • personal health
Many people don't feel empowered enough to address their concerns with their doctors openly. Here are some tips and tricks to get empowered and become an active co-manager of your conditions.
doctor • health care • healthcare • personal • personal health
Book Review of The Thyroid Diet by Mary Shomon
The Thyroid Diet, written by Mary Shomon, a thyroid patient advocate, provides sound nutritional and weight loss advice for those of us with hypothyroidism. It's a unique and wonderful book. Read on for my review.
hypothyroidism • thyroid diet • mary shomon • metabolism • hypothyroid
The Thyroid Diet, written by Mary Shomon, a thyroid patient advocate, provides sound nutritional and weight loss advice for those of us with hypothyroidism. It's a unique and wonderful book. Read on for my review.
hypothyroidism • thyroid diet • mary shomon • metabolism • hypothyroid
Building Better Body Image - Suite U Course Review
Suite U's course, Building Better Body Image is truly an eye-opener. Read on for more information about the course and review of what I took from the course when I enrolled in it.
building better body image • hypothyroidism • suite101 • suiteu • suite university
Suite U's course, Building Better Body Image is truly an eye-opener. Read on for more information about the course and review of what I took from the course when I enrolled in it.
building better body image • hypothyroidism • suite101 • suiteu • suite university
Frequently Asked Questions - Thyroid Medications
I get questions all the time from readers about thyroid medications. Here I attempt to answer some of the most common.
hypothyroidism • deanna couras goodson • suite101.com • chronic illness • thyroid
I get questions all the time from readers about thyroid medications. Here I attempt to answer some of the most common.
hypothyroidism • deanna couras goodson • suite101.com • chronic illness • thyroid
Interview with Mary Shomon -- Part One
Mary Shomon is a thyroid patient advocate. She's written several books on the subject, most recently being the best-selling Thyroid Diet. She also runs two thyroid-related sites at http://thyroid.about.com and http://www.thyroid-info.com. Read what she has to say about the challenges of dieting and losing weight with thyroid disease.
mary shomon • mary j shomon • thyroid • thyroid diet • hypothyroidism
Mary Shomon is a thyroid patient advocate. She's written several books on the subject, most recently being the best-selling Thyroid Diet. She also runs two thyroid-related sites at http://thyroid.about.com and http://www.thyroid-info.com. Read what she has to say about the challenges of dieting and losing weight with thyroid disease.
mary shomon • mary j shomon • thyroid • thyroid diet • hypothyroidism
Interview with Mary Shomon -- Part Two
Here's part two of my interview with Mary Shomon, patient advocate and author of The Thyroid Diet. Read on for some yummy recipes and great advice!
mary j shomon • mary shomon • thyroid • hypothyroidism • thyroid diet
Here's part two of my interview with Mary Shomon, patient advocate and author of The Thyroid Diet. Read on for some yummy recipes and great advice!
mary j shomon • mary shomon • thyroid • hypothyroidism • thyroid diet
Thyroid Medication: Tips, Tricks and Remembering
Thyroid medications are necessary to maintaining your good health. However, one of the side effects of hypothyroidism is poor memory. Here are some tips and tricks to help you remember your meds (and make sure that what you're taking is what you need!)
hypothyroidism • deanna couras goodson • suite101.com • chronic illness • thyroid
Thyroid medications are necessary to maintaining your good health. However, one of the side effects of hypothyroidism is poor memory. Here are some tips and tricks to help you remember your meds (and make sure that what you're taking is what you need!)
hypothyroidism • deanna couras goodson • suite101.com • chronic illness • thyroid
Declining Testosterone Levels
If it's not caused by a medical condition, you can probably boost your declining testosterone levels naturally by following a sensible lifestyle.
boost lower testosterone • declining male hormone • muscle mass • sex drive • aging
If it's not caused by a medical condition, you can probably boost your declining testosterone levels naturally by following a sensible lifestyle.
boost lower testosterone • declining male hormone • muscle mass • sex drive • aging
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
Autoimmune disease is a primary contributing factor in infertility. This article describes this autoimmune connection along with current therapies.
autoimmune • disease • infertility • premature • ovarian
Need a Brain Boost?
Do you still suffer from hypo symptoms? Does your doctor say that your lab tests are normal? Maybe you need a little T3 to boost your brain function and take care of the fatigue and muscle cramps.
t4 • t3 • thyroid • hypothyroid • memory loss
Do you still suffer from hypo symptoms? Does your doctor say that your lab tests are normal? Maybe you need a little T3 to boost your brain function and take care of the fatigue and muscle cramps.
t4 • t3 • thyroid • hypothyroid • memory loss
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