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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.

hyperparathroidism--any holistic approach to heal diseased parathyoid gland?

I have been diagnosed with primary hyperparathroidism (high CA in blood, normal parathyroid). Is there any holistic method to healing the parathyroid gland without surgery? Also, to do the surgery they first inject a radioactive isotope to try and ID which part of the parathyroid gland is diseased....

by User avatar speedy cadet

Looking for parathyroid surgeon experienced in operating without sedation or general anesthesia

As above- seeking an experienced endocrine/parathyroid surgeon to do MI 4 gland surgery using only regional/local anesthesia. This is the only way I'll feel safe having it done.  None of imaging reports (including nuclear scan) have highlighted any adenomas. However, an US in surgeon's...

by User avatar some pony

I've been diagnoised with hypothyroism & low blood sugar

Is low blood sugar the same as hypoglycemia? I have tremors, dizziness, vertigo, exhaustion & hunger. My neurologist thinks it may be the start of Parkinson, as my two brothers have it. I am almost 80 & just started having these symptoms. Thank you for any input you may have. V.A.J. :?

by User avatar Vondell Ann

excess weight gain after parathyroid surgery. my endo wants me to have a surgical gastric band

excess weight gain of 3 stone in 3 years after parathyroid surgery gone up 3 dress sizes cannot lose weight what ever I do has anyone any advice endo specialist wants me to have a none surgical gastric band to help lose the weight

by User avatar Guest

Parathyroid surgery recommendations for a physician

Has anyone used Dr. Babak Lavian in LA for parathyroid surgery? How do you feel about your experience?

by User avatar fragile thrill

I have a Thyroid Nodules which are not very significant in size right now

Thyroid Nodules very insignificant right now, butkeeping y eye on them

by User avatar blurry filly

Synthroid Levothyroxine Weight Gain! Borderline Hypothyroidism but in normal range

I went to the doctor a month ago and he did my bloodwork and said I am still within normal range but on the low end for my thyroid producing hormone. He put me on 75mcg of Synthroid. I have BALLOONED! Everything I eat I retain. I went from 127 to 142 in 4 weeks. I am puffy. None of my clothes fit....

by User avatar Guest

Muscle/Joint Pain Following Total Thyroidectomy. Is severe pain normal following that procedure?

I have had joint/bone pain since my teens due to Osteoarthritis (I am now 64). In mid-December 2018, I had a total thyroidectomy and pain levels are now off the chart, especially in the shoulders, arms, and legs. This pain is non-stop and nothing helps. It has come to the point where most days...

by User avatar through tosser

does anyone know of minimally invasive surgeon for parathyroid in tennessee

does anyone know of minimally invasive surgeon for parathyroid in tennessee

by User avatar Guest

I had 3 parathyroids removed 4 days ago. What is my future prognosis?

I am 55 yrs old female and I had 3 parathyroids removed 4 days ago. I am upset and nervousness as I thought from Sestambi CT scan that I would probably only have one parathyroid removed. However I had 3 removed !! I dont know the prognosis of having 3 removed and am scared and feel pretty crummy b4...

by User avatar Guest