Thyroid Health Issues e.g., symptoms, etc.
Woes from an Underactive Thyroid (Part 2)
In the previous article, I ended by stating that there are tests available for hypothyroidism and that these will: check the level of the two thyroid hormones (T3 and T4); check the level of the pituitary hormone (TSH) that stimulates the thyroid gland; check the level of brain hormone (TRH) that stimulates the pituitary gland; check the levels of… (read 136 times since May 2nd 2007) Thyroid and Hair Loss
The hair is regarded as the crowning glory of an individual. After all, it is the first thing that gets noticed by the people around you. The hair is said to be one of the proofs of beauty alongside with the teeth and the nails. But then, here comes the truth about hair loss. Those who experience hair loss at a very tender age somewhat get… (read 134 times since May 2nd 2007) About Hypothyroidism - a Common Health Problem
By hypothyroidism, the thyroid gland is producing too less hormones to stimulate the metabolism or the body is not able to utilize the hormones. The lack of thyroid hormones slows down the metabolism and thus all the activities in the body, giving a combination of many symptoms related to slowness of bodily processes. Hypothyroidism is common, but… (read 134 times since May 2nd 2007) Symptoms of Hypo- and Hyperthyroidism
The most common symptoms of the hypothyroidism are weight gain and fatigue. Many thousands of women are diagnosed with the disease every year but very few little persons have sufficient information about the thyroid gland. The thyroid gland is situated at the base of the throat and plays a major role in the regulation of the body’s energetic… (read 132 times since May 2nd 2007) Symptoms of Hypothyroidism - Know What to Look For
Hypothyroidism is a very common medical condition that is the result of the thyroid not producing enough of the thyroid hormone in the body. Many people also refer to hypothyroidism as an underactive thyroid. Having hypothyroidism can affect a variety of mechanism within your body and can cause multiple health problems, so it is important that you… (read 132 times since May 2nd 2007) Thyroid Hair Loss
What is it? Saw Palmetto is an herbal oil extract from the berries of the plant called a Saw Palm. Researchers are still working to fully understand the beneficial effects of this herbal extract. What is known is that the fatty acids are purported to be responsible for testosterone-inhibiting effects within the prostate. What does it do? Put… (read 130 times since May 2nd 2007) Hyperthyroidism in Cats
Veterinarians tell us that hyperthyroidism is very common type of hormonal disorder seen in older cats, and even some middle aged cats. This occurs when the thyroid glands began producing large amounts of thyroid hormones. Often this happens as a result of a benign thyroid tumor (adenoma); however, vets do not know what causes the tumor to develop… (read 130 times since May 2nd 2007) Depression And Low Thyroid Function
Millions of people from around the world suffer from depressive illnesses. At one time or another, most men and women have felt depressed. Today’s fast paced world can easily make anyone feel overwhelmed and it’s easy to think depression is something temporary that will just go away after a while. The trouble with depression is that noone is… (read 129 times since May 2nd 2007) Are Kelp Benefits Good for Every Hypothyroid Person
Hypothyroidism, a condition where the body is not producing enough levels of thyroid hormone, can cause fatigue, weight gain, hair loss, depression, memory loss and a host of other symptoms. Often, hormone treatments are necessary and when it comes to prescription medicine, Synthroid is one of the most popular drugs prescribed. But what about… (read 127 times since May 2nd 2007) Thyroid Symptoms - Do You Have Symptoms of Thyroid Problems?
Thyroid symptoms afflict at least 10 million persons in the USA alone. Symptoms of thyroid problems often go undiagnosed, making it difficult to really know how many people are suffering from thyroid symptoms. Thyroid gland functions include the vital role of regulating the body's rate of metabolism. Women are much more likely than men to have… (read 125 times since May 2nd 2007) Are Tests Used to Detect Hypothyroidism Accurate?
If you have any symptoms of a sluggish or overactive thyroid, there are number of thyroid tests that your doctor may order to help diagnose your condition. Some thyroid tests are blood tests that determine whether your body is producing sufficient levels of thyroid hormones. For example, the level of TSH or thyroid stimulating hormone can be… (read 124 times since May 2nd 2007) Hypothyroidism: Herbs to Take and Herbs to Avoid
Hypothyroidism is a condition where your thyroid gland is not producing as much hormone as it should. This causes metabolic activities to slow. Undiagnosed hypothyroidism can make you feel run down, depressed, cold or tired. It can slow down your heart rate, make your hair dry and brittle, give you itchy skin, muscle cramps, infertility or… (read 122 times since May 2nd 2007) Secondary Headaches
Headaches come in many forms, all are unpleasant and some more debilitating than others. Primary headaches, while painful, are not harmful and can be treated with various medications with varying degrees of success. What a patient should be aware of, however, is whether or not the headache is indicative of a larger and potentially serious,… (read 120 times since May 2nd 2007) Thyroid Health Problems
The thyroid is a gland that regulates the body’s metabolism. Any imbalance in the body’s thyroid levels can result in debilitating thyroid health problems. A malfunction or even an infection could lead to drastic weight problems, which are hard to overcome. Thyroid health problems could occur due to both overactive and under active thyroid glands.… (read 117 times since May 2nd 2007) What Is Hashimoto's Disease?
Hashimoto’s disease (by Japanese surgeon; Hashimoto, Hakaru 1881-1934) is a chronic thyroiditis. It is characterized by the production of autoantibodies that attack the thyroid. This will eventually cause a lack of thyroid hormone, thyroid fibrosis, and infiltration of thyroid tissue by lymphoid tissue. Hashimoto’s disease is also a common cause… (read 116 times since May 2nd 2007) < Add your article to our article directory > Pages (11): 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
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