6 Sneaky Signs Your Thyroid Is Struggling (And Why Your Doctor Missed Them)
High cholesterol, cold hands, and numb fingers all get blamed on something else. Here are 6 signs of low thyroid your doctor missed, and how to check each one.
Thyroid problems cause symptoms that affect virtually every system in your body, from your hair and skin to your energy levels and mood. The tricky part is that many of these symptoms overlap with other conditions, which is why thyroid disease goes undiagnosed so often. These articles help you connect the dots between your symptoms and your thyroid.
High cholesterol, cold hands, and numb fingers all get blamed on something else. Here are 6 signs of low thyroid your doctor missed, and how to check each one.
Subclinical hyperthyroidism is a potentially serious thyroid problem that can go undiagnosed if you aren’t looking for it. This condition can also be confused with other medical conditions which means that not everyone with this disease should undergo treatment. Learn more about this condition including what causes it, how it presents (symptoms), conventional treatment as …
It may surprise you to know that around 1% of the population suffers from this condition [1]. And it’s especially important if you consider that a small percentage of patients with this disease may go on to develop thyroid storm. But what exactly is thyrotoxicosis? Is it a problem if you have it? Is it …
No one wants surgery but sometimes it’s necessary. This post will walk you through everything you need to know as a patient about thyroid surgery. You’ll learn what conditions it is recommended to treat, the complications of the surgery, why some people gain weight afterward, and what you can do to prevent this side effect: …
Believe it or not, most people who have thyroid problems never experience thyroid pain. This is both good and bad. Good in the sense that it’s an uncommon condition and bad in the sense that it’s never normal. If you’re experiencing pain in or around the base of your neck (right where your thyroid gland …
If you have thyroid disease then understanding what euthyroid is incredibly important. If you aren’t in a euthyroid state then you may suffer from the symptoms of hypothyroidism such as weight gain, fatigue, hair loss, dry skin, and more. This article will teach you everything you need to know about this term including how to …
It’s estimated that at least 70% of Americans take at least one prescription medication and that up to 20% of Americans take five or more medications [1]. We know, if you read this blog, that up to 15% of patients in the United States also take thyroid hormone [2] (a prescription medication) for thyroid disease. When …
Cancer is a scary word and most of the fear associated with this word has to do with not understanding cancer. If you can learn the basics of thyroid cancer, including what to expect with treatment and prognosis, then you may not be as fearful about your cancer. This guide will teach you what you …
Does thyroid disease lead to eyebrow hair loss? The answer is definitely yes. If you have thyroid problems (such as hypothyroidism) then chances are high that you might also be suffering from eyebrow hair loss. One big issue with eyebrow hair loss is that this symptom can persist even though you are taking thyroid medication! …
Are you experiencing weight loss, fatigue, irritability, or hair loss? These are all symptoms that you may have an overactive thyroid. Identifying an overactive thyroid is important because early detection can prevent long-term damage. Learn more about the signs and symptoms of an overactive thyroid, what causes this condition, how to treat it, and more …