Does thyroid disease cause depression? Should taking thyroid medication, if you have thyroid disease, eliminate your depression? What should you do if you are taking thyroid medication but still experiencing depressive symptoms? In this post, we will discuss the connection between hypothyroidism and depression including how to approach treatment, which thyroid medications are best, and …
Methimazole, the antithyroid-blocking medication used to treat hyperthyroidism, can lead to weight gain in certain individuals. But how does this work? How can you gain weight if you have hyperthyroidism? The answer has to do with how methimazole works in the body and how it blocks thyroid function. Learn more about methimazole, how it can …
Thyroidectomy refers to the surgical procedure in which your thyroid is removed. While the surgical portion of the procedure is usually fairly easy, the aftermath as it relates to your serum thyroid levels may be a different story entirely. Learn more about Thyroidectomy in this guide, including the basics of the procedure, the long-term consequences …
Do you have Hashimoto’s thyroiditis? Are you wondering about how to treat or manage this condition? If so then you need to understand the main difference between the standard approach and the integrative approach to treating this disease. In this guide, you will learn the basics of Hashimoto’s, what causes this condition, how it presents …
Does it feel like your current thyroid treatment isn’t working? Have you been reading a lot about your thyroid but now you are more confused? If you fall into these categories then the answer may be to find the right thyroid doctor. There is no substitute for an experienced physician who understands the importance of …
Have you heard about the medication LDN? Are you wondering if it works or if what you’ve heard is all hype? In this post, I will dive into all aspects of LDN treatment including what conditions it can be used for, how to determine if you will respond to it, side effects associated with its …
This post will teach you how to identify thyroid cancer symptoms and teach you what to look out for if you suspect you have thyroid cancer. It is important to understand thyroid cancer because some thyroid conditions may mimic or cause symptoms that may cause a “thyroid cancer scare”. Learn more about these conditions …
What do hot flashes, fatigue, weight gain, and decreased sex drive all have in common? They all may be the result of a condition known as menopause. But these are not all of the symptoms associated with menopause. Learn more about menopause symptoms including why they occur, which ones are most common, how to treat …
This guide is part 2 in a series I am writing about how to properly and effectively use weight loss medications (including dosing, duration of therapy, and titration). Part 1 contains information and dosing on Victoza which you can read about here. HCG is often misused and misunderstood by patients, especially when it comes to …
This post will help you understand the primary differences between the two opposite thyroid conditions known as hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. You will also learn the symptoms associated with each medical condition and how they alter your thyroid lab tests. Let’s jump in: Thyroid Dysfunction Basics Your thyroid gland may be one of the most important …
