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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.

Small lump on upper sternum (near clavicle) cancerous?

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 So about two years ago I noticed I had a small lump in in the center of my chest (upper sternum). Its about the size of pea and is getting bigger under my skin. At first it was really tiny, now its like the size of a pea(bebe pellet). No pain, however. When I push upon it towards my skin it seems...

by User avatar natalie_hulett

thyroxine after thyrodectomy

I just had a total thyroidectomy on Thursday and started levothyroxine (.1mg) yesterday morning. My pulse has been very strong and I have been feeling very hot as well. I'm wondering if this is normal at the beginning of taking thyroid replacement hormone and if things should stablize after a few...

by User avatar suzandy

Swollen Throat

My throat has had a swelling sensation in it for 3 months now. Like swalling phelgm over an over again. It gets worse when I drink cold water of all things. Weird huh. The swelling is continous. I have tried Prilosec as my doc thought it was acid reflux causing the symptom. That did not work. I...

by User avatar Guest

Parathyroidetomy Calcium Long Term

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I am writing this late November 2009. I am a 45 year old male. In June 2009 my doctor tested my calcium level and it was 10.7. Anything over 10.5 was considered high. He next checked my PTH and it was 127. This confirmed a diagnosis of hyperparathyroidism. I had a Sestamibi exam in early...

by User avatar JimM

Conceive or Not to Conceive?

Hi, In July 2005 I had my thyroid completely removed. My surgery and recovery went pretty good. With the exception of being tired most of the day. Now I am at a point in my life where my husband and I want kids, is that possible? Thanks in advance for sharing your experiences and expertise in...

by User avatar Guest

Total Thyroidectomy 16 days ago.

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I had a total thyroidectomy sixteen days ago because of a benign lump that had wrapped itself around my thyroid gland, my larynx and esophagus. So far I find it hard to swallow unless I stretch my neck out straight otherwise swallowing feels like a hard clunk and for someone who really enjoys their...

by User avatar Angelica4444104213

hypothyriodism and underweight ; confused!!!!!

I have a " low functioning thyroid" take levothyroxine and underweight and still losing weight what is my problem? I have been thin all my life I am 40 years old and would like to gain some weight I am small frame usually about 93 lbs now I am 81lbs high cholesterol what  can i eat to gain some...

by User avatar angie

Hyperparathyroidism Parathyroidectomy Surgen

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I have to get my parathyroid glad removed and am looking for a Dr in the New York City Area?? ANYONE Please recommend an experience Dr. Trying not to take a trip to Tampa Florida. After searching online - all I come up with is Dr James Norman. I am sure he is good Dr, but a little far for me. I...

by User avatar iceman149048

Thyriod little higher

Hi I just came to know that my thyriod is little higher what should I do???? Please is there anyone who can tell me???????? Thanks

by User avatar manseek141915

If I have to have surgery to remove tumors, what is the best way to find a qualified surgeon

I am going to see the endocrinologist to verify results of a sestamibi scan. If I have to have surgery to remove tumors, what is the best way to find a qualified surgeon.

by User avatar sroche267004