Hypothyroidism Cancer : a simple self-exam Checking your neck for lumps is an easy way to do a self-exam for early detection of hypothyroidism cancer. Stand in front of the mirror and stretch your neck back so you can see and feel your throat properly. Swallow a couple of times and feel the area where [...]
What causes hypothyroidism ? There are many reasons why the thyroid gland sometimes does not make enough thyroid hormones. ■ Autoimmune disease. Our immune system protects our bodies from infections and can mistake thyroid gland cells for “dangerous invaders” and attack them. Then, there isn’t enough thyroid cells enzymes left to make thyroid hormone. ■ [...]
Hypothyroidism and weight gain : I know it’s hard to loose the weight ! Your thyroid gland might be the reason why you cannot lose the weight. Millions of people are living this situation right now, but don’t know it. Or maybe you are aware of your condition and might even be diagnosed with hypothyroidism, [...]
You are at risk for hypothyroid disease if you : * Have someone in your family history with thyroid problems * Have an autoimmune disease such as type 1 diabetes * Have had surgery on your thyroid gland * Have Down’s or Turner’s syndrome * Are 50 years of age Also, thyroid problems occur 8 [...]
Get an early diagnosis : hypothyroidism diseases Early detection of a hypothyroidism disease is the first step to avoid too much weight gain. Unfortunately, your metabolism can slow down considerably even before your hormone level start indicating a hypothyroidism disease. When your metabolism slows down, you start storing calories. When your energy level is down, [...]
What are the causes for thyroid hair loss ? Your thyroid gland, located in your throat, produces two hormones : thyronine and thyroxine. Their primary functions are to convert food into energy by modulating protein, vitamins, fat and carbs. When your thyroid gland is unable to produce enough hormones ( a very common situation) it [...]
Do many people have under active thyroid hypothyroidism ? YES. An alarming number of people do suffer from hypothyroidism. Take a look at these statistics: * In 2005, The American Association of Clinical endocrinologist reported that almost 1 out of every 50 women in the United States is diagnosed with hypothyroidism during pregnancy. * 1 [...]