Thyroid Information
Various information and thyroid education on basic thyroid subjects.
Armour Thyroid Medication Always Superior? 
Do patients always do better on Armour Thyroid? This article looks at reasons why some patients do better on this brand, while other patients do better on other brands. Patients are individuals and sometimes respond differently to different hormone therapy medications. Autoimmune Thyroid Disease Basics
This article looks at the basics on the subjects of hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism and the common autoimmune diseases that cause them. Look for other articles on thyroid disease basics, in regard to symptoms and treatments. Basics about Thyroid Disease Symptoms
This article, gives a general list of the main symptoms for both hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. Basics about Thyroid Disease Treatments
In this article, I generally discuss treatments for hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. I also discuss some of the treatments for common co-morbid disorders affecting the thyroid gland. Basics about Thyroid Function Tests
In this article, I discuss tests that are commonly ordered by Doctors, to evaluate thyroid function in their patients. I also go over the basics in regard to tests that further evaluate patients who are found to have thyroid hormone imbalances. Basics about Thyroid Nodules
Thyroid nodules affect approximately 10% of the population, being far more common in people with thyroid autoimmunity and other types of thyroid diseases. There are a number of common terms used to identify different types of thyroid nodules, including those that may contain cancer cells. CFS & Fibromyalgia In Thyroid Patients
Many thyroid patients are also diagnosed with co-morbid Fibromyalgia and others are given a diagnosis of co-occurring Chronic Fatigue Syndrome. What is the connection between these disorders and thyroid disease? Read my story about being diagnosed with CFS, co-morbid to Hashimoto's thyroiditis. EB-Virus Associated With Thyroid Disease
Vast amounts of research has been done in regard to the Epstein-Barr Virus and it connection to autoimmune diseases. These studies have concluded that EBV is associated with autoimmune thyroiditis and many other diseases. See the list of these in this article. Embracing Your Thyroid Disease?
When I talk about "embracing" your thyroid disease, I mean this in the sense of acceptance. This means you reserve yourself to the fact that you have a disease that must be treated. When we struggle against something, rather than accepting it, we cause ourselves added stress and less coping.
Emotional Symptoms Deserve Blood Tests
Many diseases and health disorders cause emotional symptoms, including thyroid diseases. When a patient develops these type symptoms with no explanation or has physical symptoms in addition to emotional ones, blood testing for thyroid disorders should be performed. Free Thyroid Health Newsletter!
Recieve a weekly e-mailing of the Thyroid Health newsletter. In this article, I give you a run down of what the newsletter contains, including a discription and link to the latest feature article. It's easy to join our growing subscriber list and it's free! Graves’ & Hashimoto’s Early Onset Similarities
While Grave's Disease and Hashimoto's thyroiditis are two different autoimmune diseases affecting the thyroid gland, the early onset of them can manifest with very similar symptoms. Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis and Temporary Thyroiditis
What is the difference between Hashimoto's thyroiditis and temporary thyroiditis? The major difference between them is the fact that Hashimoto's is an autoimmune disease causing destruction of the thyroid (lifelong hypothyroidism). Temporary thyroiditis does not require lifelong treatment. How To Learn About The Antibodies That Cause Autoimmune Thyroid Diseases  [offsite link]
Article by Jim Lowrance: The killer cells that attack your thyroid with autoimmune thyroid diseases, are relentless and over time cause thyroid hormone imbalances. Learn more about these immune system cells that sometimes attack the body. Men Get Thyroid Disease Too!
While thyroid disease affects women at least five times more often than men, this still puts the number of men who suffer at a significant number that is in the millions. In this article I relate information I shared with a male thyroid patient. I also listed for him famous male thyroid patients. Symptoms from Thyroid Autoimmunity
This article is another look at the fact that "thyroid autoimmunity", which is the process whereby antibodies from the immune system attack the thyroid are a factor in causing symptoms. Symptoms & inflammation from thyroid antibodies can occur even when thyroid hormone levels are abnormal.
T-4 to T-3 Thyroid Hormone Conversion
There is a problem that can occur in a small percent of hypothyroid patients, being treated with T-4 hormone therapy, referred to as "inadequate conversion of T-4 to T-3". This can mean they need a hormone replacement medication containing both T-4 and T-3 thyroid hormone. The Endocrine Web [offsite link]
A resource for learning about endocrine (glandular) disorders. A great resource for both patients and Doctors who wish to learn more on all subjects that are hormone-related. Things that can Hinder Hypothyroid Treatment
When a patient recieving thyroid hormone replacement therapy for hypothyroidism, doesn't experience the expected results, there are other hormonal imbalances and nutritional deficiencies that could be the culprit. This article looks at some of those possible hindrances to successful treatment.
Thyroid Antibodies and Thyroid Disease Symptoms
Thyroid antibodies cause the disease process that leads to hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. Some patients report experiencing symptoms from elevated thyroid antibody levels, in advance of experiencing thyroid hormone imbalance. Thyroid Hormone Replacement & Antidepressants
Thyroid hormone therapy is usually very effective in relieving hypothyroid symptoms, including emotional symptoms. While an antidepressant can be very helpful when added to treatment for stubborn emotional symptoms, I feel that the thyroid medication should first be given time to work properly. Thyroid Research Every Doctor Should Know
Here are some references to articles (no direct quotes) that can be found on reputable medical research sites, in regard to thyroid disease and treatments. In my opinion these are a must-read for Doctors who treat hypothyroidism and other thyroid conditions. Links marked with the [offsite link] designation point to websites not associated with BellaOnline.com. BellaOnline.com is not responsible for the material found there.
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