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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.

excessive dry skin & shortness of breath after thyroid removal

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I had my thyroid removed in December of 07. I still have shortness of breath when I do anything remotely active, and I have excessive dry skin. Did anyone else have these side effects and how did you treat them?

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Weight gain related to parathyroidectomy ?

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I had a parathyroidectomy 2 years ago. Since then I have gained weight, despite the fact that I have been eating less and healthier. I gained a bit of the weight within about 5 months of surgery, then it continued to creep up and has leveled off. I'm not looking for excuses, but am wondering if...

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minimally invasive parathyroid surgeon in pa

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I'm looking for a parathyroid surgeon in pa who has done the same type of operations performed by Dr. Norman in Tampa.

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Parathyroid (MIRP) surgery in San Francisco, CA area

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A house guest from overseas needs parathyroid (MIRP) surgery. He will be in USA until 7/15/07 . We live in Sonoma, CA. Can you recommend a doctor in San Francisco, CA area?

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Parathyroid Surgery

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Hi, my father suffers from parathyroid disease, and I am worried about him. The parathyroid surgery is next week, and it would help me if I heard some experiences with this disease.

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voice loss post total thyroidectomy

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I am 51 year old female who was diagnosed as hyperthyroid 4 years ago. I had a multi nodular goitre. On 2/5/08 I underwent a total thyroidectomy. The pathology showed a papilary carcinoma. No further treatment is planned for this as it was very small and totally contained within the removed...

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thyroidectomy surgery side effects

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I am thinking about thyroidectomy because of my enlarged thyroid gland. It is really discomforting and cosmetically unattractive. I would like to know what side effects I can experience from performing such surgery. Is there anybody who could help me? Thank you in advance

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Hypothyroid causing muscle and joint pains?

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I have been finding some (very little) information on thyroid disease causing muscle spasms, muscle and joint pain, along with muscle weekness and fatigue. Is there anyone out there who has experienced this? I have been hypothyroid for 18yrs now. About 7yrs ago I started developing severe muscle...

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Looking for a referral for a parathyroid surgeon

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Parathyroidectomy - I cannot find a physician in my area who has done this procedure very often. What experiences has anyone had with Dr. Norman in Tampa, Florida? Can anyone refer me to a surgeon located out West; Colorado to California? Thanks, SBowler

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Dr Norman/Norman Parathyroid Center in Tampa,Fl

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I'm interested in reviews on Dr Norman &  Norman Parathyroid Center  in Tampa, Florida. I have a 15 year old that will be visiting there in a few weeks. The website is impressive but would like to hear about experience from actual patients. Thank you for the help

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