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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.

Dizziness after Parathyroidectomy

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I had mini-surgery for parathyroid removal on 9/14/06. I was warned of tingling, etc. from the drop in calcium and was told it would last 2 or 3days. I am now 1 week post-op and feel HORRIBLE! I have intermittent dizziness, tingling over my whole body. I had my calcium level checked post-op it is...

by User avatar klaube123411030

Radation Treatment and hyperthiroidism

Hi, I have hyperthyroidism and now I am preparing for radiaton therapy with radioiodine. Is it safe to take radioactive iodine?

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Cost of thyroid scan and uptake in USA?

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I’m going through several tests, medication changes and doctor’s appointments hoping to finally figure out what’s wrong with my thyroid, the latest one my endocrinologist asked for is thyroid scan after radioactive iodine uptake. I don’t have the insurance, but possibly could qualify for...

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total thyroidectomy

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I am a 27 year old Female who recently had a total thyroidectomy on February 24,2014 at MCG in Augusta,Georgia. I had non cancerous nodules on booths side of my thyroid the size of golf ball. The nodules made it hard to breathe and a few other complications. My voice is still harsh and difficulty...

by User avatar Nicole J.

Can someone suggest Weight Loss Aid for someone with Hypothyroid?

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Ok, so here's the deal.  I've been hypothyroid since birth.  I've been on Synthroid since then.  I've never really struggled with weight too badly until my Total Thyroidectomy in 2009.  I literally gained 50 lbs in a year pretty much immediately after it happened.  I've tried just about...

by User avatar CarSyr273004

Can someone suggest Weight Loss Aid for someone with Hypothyroid?

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Ok, so here's the deal. I've been hypothyroid since birth. I've been on Synthroid since then. I've never really struggled with weight too badly until my Total Thyroidectomy in 2009. I literally gained 50 lbs in a year pretty much immediately after it happened. I've tried just about everything under...

by User avatar CarSyr273004

Anxiety after Thyroidectomy

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I had my thryoid removed 6 years ago, 2 years ago, out of the blue I had a panic attack for no known reason, I went to the E.R., did not know what was going on, and the doctor told me I had to much medicine in me, I was taking Synthroid, with in the last two years, and several doctors, and...

by User avatar tina Ducote298881

Do I need a Endocrinologist

I have had hypothyroid for a while and currently taking .50mg a day. My Internist says, my blood level is normal.  Yet, I'm gaining weight. Is it time for me to see an Endocrinologist? Referrals to this type of doctor is appreciated.  I live in Woodland Hills, Ca 91367. Thanks, Michelle      ...

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weight gain post hemethyroidectomy

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Hello, I had the right side of my thyroid removed 4wks ago due to a large lump appearing there over the space of a year. I havent seen my dr yet as my appt isnt until next week but I was just wondering what are the chances of it re occuring on the left side? I have found out that it is benign but...

by User avatar emma12345678106020

Total Thyroidectomy a success

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I had my surgery on July 4th and am very happy to say that there were absolutely no complications. My vocal cords are intact and I can speak normally. My parathyroid is also intact and my calcium levels are normal. According to my surgeon, the thyroid was the size of small plums on each side. I have...

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