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...
View ArticleHypothyroidism 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...
View ArticleAlternative 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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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...
View ArticleHypothyroidism 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...
View ArticleHypothyroidism 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...
View ArticleHypothyroidism 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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