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Thyroid Disorders

Discuss thyroid gland issues like the regulation of growth hormones, thyroidectomy, hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, Thyroiditis, thyroid goiter (thyroid enlargement), and solitary thyroid nodules here.

Hemithyroidectomy post surgical pain and tightness!

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? I am 5 weeks post hemi thryroidectomy for a lump that turned out to be non cancerous. I have found my swallowing to be inhibited regularly at this time. I honestly thought that that would dissipate more than it has since the surgery. I am also concerned that I am immensly aware each time...

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I had sestambi scan 2 year ago and it pin pointed an area were the parathyroid adenoma

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I had sestambi scan 2 year ago and it pin pointed an area were the parathyroid adenoma could b but on the ultra sound it didnt show anything. Therefore my consultant wouldnt do anything apart from regular calcium blood test which r normally elevated at 2.79 and I have lots of syptoms. Anyway today I...

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Complete removal of thyroid

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I have a friend that had his thyroid removed but was not put on thyroxin or any other kind of thryroid medicin for a little over four weeks. It was just over-locked by both his doctors. His ENT told him that he is lucky to be alive after going that long with out any medication. I am wondering...

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Can severe hypocalcemia drop after total thyroidectomy and could it cause shortness of breath?

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Was curious if anyone could tell me if severe hypocalcemia drop after total thyroidectomy would and could cause shortness of breath? Landed me bk in ER day after surgery.Spent 3 days in hospital for potassium and calcium drip.Ben short of beath and chest and neck pains since.Dr keeps telling me it...

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Multiple Parathyroid Surgery?

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Just looking for anyone who has had or has heard of someone who has had multiple parathyroid surgeries that either culminated with a success story...or just another failed surgery. I'm just actually looking for some support or someone else to commiserate with.About three years ago I posted I had a...

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Looking for help interpreting Thyroid function test results

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I have questions on my thyroid test results.  I am located in the US.  I had the testing done because I have the following symptoms:1) Frequent lightheaded/dizzy spells2) Chronic fatigue3) Chronic indigestion (burping, no "heartburn".. nothing hurts, it's just constant belching.  I...

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MIRP Surgeon in St. Louis, MO

Does anyone have a name of a surgeon in St. Louis who performs the MIRP surgery for parathyroidism? The only information I can really find is Dr. James Norman in Tampa Bay, FL. Although it sounds like he's probably the best surgeon, there is really no way I can get to Florida. Thanks, Linda

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Hashimoto's Thyroiditis -extreme weight gain-can't lose

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At 44, I have been diagnosed with Hashimoto's Thyroiditis but my TSH level is fine (1.5 or so). I discovered this after going to an endo due to a 20 lb wieght gain in 6 mths, followed by another 10 lbs the next 6 mths. My endo put me on a low dose of natural thryoid replacement (15 mg) anyway. I...

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Tightness almost 2 months after TT

I had my TT on Dec 27, 06 and my neck still feels tight all the time. There's also some weird feeling when I swallow. However, my oncologist cleared me on my last scan. I just want to know if the tightness will ever go away....thanks..

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Weight Management after Thyroidectomy

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I had a total thyroidectomy in August of 2012 due to Graves Disease.  I also had Hashimotos disease before that so I have struggled with Autoimmune thyroid disease for over 8 years now and I am now 36 years old.   As expected, my body has definitely changed since the removal.  I had gained about...

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