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Hypothyroidism Resources

More information about hypothyroidism can be found at:   Mayo Clinic: Hypothyroidism http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/hypothyroidism/DS00353/DSECTION=alternative-medicine   Medline Plus: Hypothyroidism...

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Hypothyroidism Prevention

Prevention There is no prevention for hypothyroidism. Tests can indicate hypothyroidism in patients before symptoms show, and early treatment can prevent patients from suffering through the stages of...

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Alternative Hypothyroidism Treatment

Treatment for Hypothyroidism Most doctors prescribe levothyroxine, a synthetic hormone, to treat hypothyroidism. In most cases of hypothyroidism, only thyroxine levels need to be boosted in the system...

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Traditional Hypothyroidism Treatment

Diagnosing Hypothyroidism Hypothyroidism can be diagnosed by doing a blood test. The levels of thyroxine and TSH in the blood will signify the condition of the thyroid. High levels of TSH and low...

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Hypothyroidism Causes

Who is at Risk for Hypothyroidism? Hypothyroidism can develop at any age. Infants, children, teenagers, and adults of all ages are at risk for hypothyroidism. However, women over the age of sixty run a...

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Hypothyroidism Symptoms

Symptoms Slowly Develop The symptoms of hypothyroidism are hard to spot at first, because patients often attribute symptoms such as weigh gain and fatigue to the natural aging process. Many people that...

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Hypothyroidism Overview

What is Hypothyroidism? Hypothyroidism, or underactive thyroid, is a medical condition in which the thyroid does not produce enough of the chemicals that are needed to convert food into energy. The...

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