The risk of death from a heart attack was found to be almost equal in patients with severely elevated thyroxine levels and those whose levels were normal but closer to the upper limit.
If the thyroid gland fails, it affects all systems and organs. At the same time, the thyroid gland is often the last thing people think of when they start feeling unwell.
Have you lost your libido? Put on some weight? Often suffer from a headache, skin deterioration, pressure jumps? All these, and many other unrelated problems, can be caused by hormonal imbalances.
Diabetes was once considered almost a contraindication to pregnancy. Today, doctors believe that a woman with diabetes can bear and give birth to a healthy child. But to do so, she will have to adhere to certain tactics.
Is it possible to get sick with cancer because of stress? Is it true that calm people get sick less often? Let’s look at how our emotions affect our physical health.
According to research published in the Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism of the Endocrine Society, the thyroid gland functioning at the low end of the normal range can impact women's ability to conceive.
TSH is a pituitary gland hormone. It is the most sensitive marker of the condition of the thyroid gland. And it is the first thing to be tested for any problems with this organ.
The thyroid gland produces hormones that affect many of our body's functions. It is located near the larynx and trachea, so it is easy to mistake any discomfort in this area for a cold. How can you tell if your thyroid is the actual source of discomfort or pain?
If you begin to feel unwell for no reason, get tired quickly, and have symptoms that can be associated with dozens of disorders, it is recommended you check yourself for hypothyroidism.
The size of the thyroid gland depends on several factors including age, sex, and weight. Its volume is normal for women up to 18 ml and in men up to 21 ml. If it is larger, it is worth seeing a doctor. And here's why.
According to data from the World Health Organisation, more than 2 billion people in the world are suffering from iodine deficiency. Are you among them? Let's check.
Diabetes mellitus can appear at any age. To avoid missing the beginning of the disease, you should regularly check your blood glucose levels. This is especially true if you are over the age of 45, are overweight, or have noticed several of the symptoms listed below.
Thyroid issues can disguise themselves as many other conditions and depend on the malfunction of a wide variety of organs and systems. In order to prevent problems or detect them at an early stage, you should regularly have your thyroid fully checked.
Tunnel syndrome is common, especially among those who work at the computer. But few people know that it can be a sign of a severe disease ‒ hypothyroidism.
Fatigue is usually attributed to low hemoglobin, poor nutrition, poor ecology, excessive workload, and stress, while hormonal imbalance is often the reason for the loss of strength. The good news is that if a hormone imbalance is corrected, life will shine with new colors!
No matter how far medicine and cosmetology have come, it is still impossible to fulfill many women's dreams to stop skin aging. However, slowing down this process is quite realistic. Instead of discussing expensive procedures, let's look at the lifestyle, genetic, and health factors that affect skin aging.
Hashimoto’s autoimmune thyroiditis is one of the most common thyroid disorders. Its hallmark is that the immune system mistakenly attacks the thyroid’s own tissues, causing chronic inflammation and gradually reducing hormone production. Women are about five times more likely to develop this condition than men. Why does this happen?