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I am a man of 34 years and say that I have a low thyroid?
My doctor has started 50 levothyroxine then two weeks later rose 75. I took my tablets four weeks. Before you start taking my pills 118K now weighs four weeks later, I weigh 113 thats without any exercise. I get a rapid heart beat, and it sounds like a blow to my heart, but he feels likwid pins and needles in my pain left chest chest also come and go. Latlely have the sore throat because I can not swallow food and a little sore. Experianced like that, and if someone did disappear. I just quit smoking today and before I smoked for 3 to 5 days for 6 months before he only ranged between 8 and 10 from 18
Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone. This tends to decrease the body functions. Symptoms include constipation, fatigue, and sensitivity to cold. Approximately 1 in 50 women and 1 in 1000 men develop symptoms of hypothyroidism, at some point in their lives. Once diagnosed, treatment is usually straightforward. The thyroid gland The thyroid gland is located in the neck. Located in front of the windpipe (trachea), above the level of the clavicles and measures about 2 by 4 cm. It secretes hormones, which are chemicals produced by the body to help regulate the functioning of cells and organs consist of cell groups, work. Hormones are chemical messengers, called sometimes. Thyroid hormones are thyroxine T4 (also called because it contains four iodine atoms) and triiodothyronine (also called T3 because it contains three iodine atoms). They are released into the bloodstream. T3 speeds up the metabolism the body by promoting cells in the muscles or skin, for example, work faster or grow. Most T3 in the blood is converted from T4. On-and hypothyroidism in hypothyroidism, the thyroid gland is active, with too little thyroid hormone being released. In contrast, hyperthyroidism occurs when there is excess production T3 and T4, causing the metabolism of the body to "speed". This results in symptoms as anxiety and feeling hot even in cool weather. For more information, see the separate form BUPA (overactive thyroid gland) hyperthyroidism. Hormone production of T3 and T4 is regulated by another hormone called TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone or thyrotropin) which is made in the pituitary gland (located in the brain). A normal TSH level is an indicator that the thyroid system is working properly. Causes of hypothyroidism insufficient iodine, iodine chemical element is an important component of thyroid hormones. Worldwide, iodine deficiency in food is the main cause of hypothyroidism. This is much less common in the United Kingdom because it is the iodine content in salt, which is iodine added to available for manufacturing. autoimmune hypothyroidism in the United Kingdom and other countries where iodine intake is sufficient, the main cause of hypothyroidism is "autoimmune hypothyroidism". Antibodies are proteins the body's defense against foreign organisms like bacteria and viruses. In autoimmune diseases, antibodies attack the body itself. In autoimmune hypothyroidism, antibodies destroy the cells of the thyroid gland to prevent gland to release normal amounts of thyroid hormones. A condition called Hashimoto's thyroiditis associated with hypothyroidism autoimmune. It is the result of a goiter, a swelling of the thyroid gland, visible as a lump in the neck. Without goitre the condition may be called thyroiditis atrophic or Myxoedema primary. Treatment of hyperthyroidism Hyperthyroidism is the result of an overactive thyroid gland (see separate tab BUPA). Treatments for hyperthyroidism, such as surgery or treatment with radioactive iodine or antithyroid drugs can often lead hypothyroidism. Other causes of congenital hypothyroidism (a baby born with the condition) occurs when the thyroid gland fails to develop properly or does not produce enough thyroid hormone. All babies in the United Kingdom are considered for this when the baby is 6-8 days age from a sample of blood taken by pricking the heel. With treatment, babies with congenital hypothyroidism develop normally. Inflammation of the thyroid gland (thyroiditis), because the infection can lead to hypothyroidism. In addition, disorders the pituitary gland and hypothalamus which are involved in the general regulation and the production of thyroid hormones, hypothyroidism hypothyroidism. Risk factors for hypothyroidism hypothyroidism is more common among the elderly. Women are more likely to be affected than men. Autoimmune is more likely in patients with other following an illness like autoimmune type 1 diabetes mellitus, vitiligo and Addison's disease. Some medications may affect the normal functioning of the thyroid gland. These include carbonate lithium (for bipolar disorder) and amiodarone (for heart rhythm disorders). Symptoms of hypothyroidism symptoms hypothyroidism can be initially very small and grow slowly. Some of these symptoms before the amount of thyroid hormone falls below normal. This type of mild hypothyroidism is called subclinical hypothyroidism. The people involved should be supervised by your doctor showing signs. Symptoms of hypothyroidism relate to a general "slowing" of bodily functions. These include: feeling tired and sleeping excessively dry skin easily be cold and thick side, thinning hair and eyebrows and brittle nails, muscle pain, slow movements and weakness of depression and problems with memory and concentration problems constipation weight gain fertility and an increased risk of miscarriage, heavy periods, irregular or prolonged may also have inflammation of the thyroid gland in the neck – a goiter. Sometimes a thyroid problem, such as thyroiditis, can resolve itself without treatment. However, in general, if hypothyroidism Untreated, the symptoms gradually worsen and become increasingly difficult to function normally. The diagnosis of hypothyroidism Many of these symptoms may be caused by other conditions of hypothyroidism. However, anyone experiencing these symptoms should consult your doctor. The general practitioner about the symptoms, physical examination, then asked for some blood tests if he or she suspects hypothyroidism. The first step in diagnosing hypothyroidism is the measurement of TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone). When the thyroid gland does not produce not enough of the thyroid hormones TSH is high. When this anomaly is detected, T4 (thyroxine) is also measured, and hypothyroidism autoimmune hypothyroidism due to treatment of hyperthyroidism, T4 is low. When levels of TSH and thyroid hormones are difficult to interpret, Other causes of hypothyroidism may be suspected. The diagnosis of autoimmune hypothyroidism is usually confirmed by the presence of antibodies specific blood. Blood tests or other investigations may also be necessary. It may be an electrocardiogram (heart monitor) or magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to examine the nature and scope of a goiter. Treatment with thyroxine (T4) may be administered in tablet form. The body can convert it to T3 as it would if the thyroid gland thyroxine occurs normally. It may take some time to get dose required. It is usual to start with a low dose, gradually reaching every six weeks and adjust the dose on the levels of TSH. People generally feel much better once they take thyroxine. Side effects are rare because a missing hormone is simply replaced. However, if too much replacement of thyroxine, symptoms of hyperthyroidism may be experienced. People with subclinical hypothyroidism may not have any treatment, although that doctors vary in their approach. Some prefer to offer treatment. Others recommend frequent monitoring to see if hypothyroidism patent (symptoms) is developed. Once the correct dose of thyroxine replacement has been established, it is usual to have annual audits of TSH. Pregnancy and thyroid function of the thyroid gland may change during pregnancy. In the first half of pregnancy is normal that the total thyroid hormone to be slightly higher. The women with hypothyroidism require more frequent monitoring during pregnancy because their thyroxine requirements tend to increase. Five percent of women have a minor problem thyroid three to six months after childbirth. This situation has a cause and can cause hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism autoimmune. Although rarely need treatment which means that the thyroid problems are more likely to adulthood. More British Thyroid Foundation http://www.btf-thyroid.org 0870 7707933
