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Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are TENS Other Symptoms? | Back pain-- whether a dull ache or shooting -- is just one sign that something's going on with your back. You may also have feelings in your legs or arms:
• Radiatingpain
• Numbness
• Tingling
• Weakness
Uncontrolled peeing orpooping, or inability to pee, and muscle weakness could mean a serious problem like spina... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are TENS Diagnosis? | You should see a doctor:
• After you get hurt, like in a fall or accident
• When the pain gets in the way of your daily activities
• If it lasts longer than 6 weeks, or spreads
During your exam, your doctor will test your range of motion -- unless you can't move -- and check how well your nerves are working. That m... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are TENS Treatment? | Your specific treatment will depend on what's causing your pain and where in your back it is.
Despite what you may think or have been told before, staying in bed isn't usually the answer; gentleexerciseis. It will help work out the kinks, build support for your spine, and improve your flexibility. A physical therapist... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are TENS Prevention? | Exercise! Strengthening the muscles around your spine and in your core will help keep you stable and balanced.Walkingis great for your low back, and it's simple to do.
Practice good posture. As a rule of thumb, aim to keep your ears, shoulders, and hips aligned when you sit, stand, and walk. Lift heavy things correctl... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Thalassemia? | Thalassemia is an inherited blood condition. When you have it, your body has fewer red blood cells and less of a protein called hemoglobin than it should. Hemoglobin is important because it lets your red blood cells carry oxygen to all parts of your body. Because of this, people with this condition may haveanemia, whic... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What is the main cause of thalassemia? | You can only get thalassemia by inheriting changes or variations in certain genes from your parents. It's a condition you're born with, not one you can catch like the flu. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What happens if you have thalassemia? | This depends on what type of thalassemia you have and how serious it is. Some people have mild symptoms or none at all.More serious cases can cause severe anemia, with symptoms likefatigue and shortness of breath, and could lead to organ damage You might need regular blood transfusions or a stem cell transplant. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Can thalassemia be cured? | The only potential way to cure thalassemia is with a stem cell or bone marrow transplant. But not everyone is a candidate for these procedures. They can be risky, it's often hard to find a suitable donor. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Can patients with thalassemia live a normal life? | Most people with thalassemia can expect to have a normal lifespan if they keep up with their treatments.You'll need regular doctor visits and tests, too. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Can I marry a patient with thalassemia? | People with thalassemia can have lasting romantic relationships just like anyone else. If you or your partner have thalassemia or a family history of it and plan to have children, doctors recommend that you get genetic counseling first. This can help you and your partner understand your risks of having children with th... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Can thalassemia cause death? | Severe thalassemia can cause organ failure and lead to early death. But getting regular treatments can improve your health and lengthen your lifespan. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thalassemia Causes and Risk Factors? | You get thalassemia when you inherit changes (mutations) in certain genes from your parents. These genes control your body's production of the two proteins that make up hemoglobin, called alpha globin and beta globin. Six genes, three from each parent, are responsible for these two proteins. Scientists have identified ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thalassemia Types? | Thalassemia is a group of blood problems, not just one. The two types are:
• Alpha thalassemia, which happens when one or more genes for the alpha globin protein are missing or mutated
• Beta thalassemia, which happens when one or more genes for the beta globin protein are missing or mutated
Both types include diffe... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thalassemia Symptoms? | Your symptoms will depend on what type of thalassemia you have and how serious it is. If you're missing two of the alpha genes or one of the beta ones, you may have no symptoms. Or you might have mild symptoms of anemia, such as tiredness.
In some people, symptoms show up at birth. In others, it can take a couple of y... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thalassemia Diagnosis? | Your doctor might diagnose thalassemia after a routine blood test if you have no symptoms or just mild ones. More serious types of thalassemia usually bring on noticeable symptoms before you're 2 years old.
If a doctor thinks you or your child may have it, they'll do a physical exam and ask questions about symptoms an... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thalassemia Treatment? | With a mild case, you may feel tired and not need treatment. But if it's more serious, your organs may not get the oxygen they need.
The main treatments of thalassemia are:
Blood transfusions.A transfusion is a way to get donated blood or parts of blood that your body needs, like hemoglobin, through an IV. How often ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thalassemia Complications? | If youranemiabecomes serious, it can cause permanent organ damage and even death. Some people with moderate to severe thalassemia have other health problems.
Complications of thalassemia may include:
Iron overload.Both blood transfusions and thalassemia itself can lead to raised levels of iron in your body. Too much ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Living With Thalassemia? | If you have thalassemia, the most important thing you can do for your health is to follow the treatment schedule your doctor recommends. It's also important to have regular medical checkups and testing.
Certain habits can help you stay well:
• Get all the vaccines that your doctor recommends, including the flu shot. ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thalassemia Prevention? | You can't prevent thalassemia because it's in your genes.
If you have it and you want to have children, consider talking with a genetics counselor. This is an expert in health issues that are passed down through families. The counselor will explain your risk of having a child with thalassemia.
If you and/or your part... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thalassemia Takeaways? | Thalassemia is an inherited condition in which you have less of a blood protein called hemoglobin than you should. This can lead to anemia and other symptoms that range from mild to serious. If you have thalassemia, the most important thing you can do for your health is to follow your doctor's treatment recommendations... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thalassemia FAQs? | What is the main cause of thalassemia?
You can only get thalassemia by inheriting changes or variations in certain genes from your parents. It's a condition you're born with, not one you can catch like the flu.
What happens if you have thalassemia?
This depends on what type of thalassemia you have and how serious it... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome? | Thoracic outlet syndrome (TOS) is when you have pain, swelling, or other symptoms from compression in your thoracic outlet -- the opening between your lower neck and upper chest.It can cause numbness and tingling in your arms orpainin your shoulders, especially when you raise your arms. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Types? | There are 3 types of thoracic outlet syndrome:
• Neurogenic:Affects nerves leading from the spinal cord to the neck to the arm. Most thoracic outlet syndrome cases involve nerves.
• Venous:Affects veins
• Arterial:Affectsarteries
About 95% of thoracic outlet syndrome cases involve nerves. It’s rare but more serious... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Symptoms? | You’re most likely to feel them in your arms and hands. They include:
• Pain in the neck, shoulder, or arm
• Numbness and tingling
• Swelling
• Weakness
• Discoloration -- blue, red, or pale
• Cold hands
• Atrophy (when the tissue or muscle in your arm starts to waste away)
• Weak pulse in your affected arm
• ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Causes and Risk Factors? | There are several causes:
• Injuries:Whiplash, a broken collarbone, or other injury can leave scar tissue andinflammation.
• Poor posture:When your shoulders slump, your collarbones can move out of place and press on your nerves. Weak shoulder muscles can cause bad posture.
• Repetitive stress:It can affect people w... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Diagnosis? | Your doctor will start by asking questions to get a detailed history of your symptoms and then do aphysical exam.
Neurogenic:This type isn’t always easy to spot. Things can compress the nerves that serve your arms and hands in different places for a variety of reasons. The symptoms will be the same, but the problem co... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Treatment and Home Remedies? | Management of TOS depends on the type.
Neurogenic:The usual treatments are:
• Physical therapy:You’ll do exercises to stretch and strengthen muscles in your neck and shoulders and improve your posture. This may be all you need to get relief.
• Medication:The doctor may recommend that you use a muscle relaxant or tha... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thoracic Outlet Syndrome Complications? | TOS should be treated as soon as possible. If it’s not, it can lead to more serious issues, like:
• Pain and swellingin your arm that doesn’t go away
• Nerve damage
• Blood flow problems, like gangrene (the loss of body tissue) or ischemic ulcers (open sores on your fingers)
• Blood clots, which can cause an extrem... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thrombocytopenia, Essential Thrombocytopenia Causes? | Your bone marrow, the spongy tissue inside your bones, makes platelets. You can get thrombocytopenia if your body doesn't make enough of them or if it destroys them faster than you can replace them.
Your body might not make enough platelets if you:
• Have ablood disorderthat affects your bone marrow, calledaplastic a... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thrombocytopenia, Essential Thrombocytopenia Symptoms? | Sometimes, you don't have any symptoms from thrombocytopenia. When you do, the main problem is bruising and bleeding in yourskinthat looks like tiny red or purple spots, calledpetechiae. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thrombocytopenia, Essential Thrombocytopenia Diagnosis? | Your doctor will ask about your medical history and symptoms. They’ll look forbruises, petechiae, and other signs of low platelets. They’ll also check for signs of infection, like afeverorrash.
You might have a blood test that measures how many platelets you have. Most people have 150,000 to 450,000 platelets per micr... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thrombocytopenia, Essential Thrombocytopenia Complications? | When your platelet count falls below 50,000, you might have especially heavy bleeding after an injury. Below 30,000, even a minor injury may cause a lot of bleeding.
If your platelet count falls below 10,000, you can have dangerousinternal bleedingwithout an injury. Rarely, you may also have life-threatening bleeding ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thrombocytopenia, Essential Thrombocytopenia Treatment? | If your platelet count isn't too low, you might not need treatment.
Sometimes, your platelet count will go up when you avoid the cause of the problem. For instance, if a certain medicine is behind your thrombocytopenia, your doctor will probably have you stop taking that drug. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Thrombophlebitis? | Thrombophlebitis is when a blood clot forms in one of your veins, causing inflammation. It most often affects your legs but also can affect your arms or other veins in your body. Thrombophlebitis can happen right under the skin or deeper in your leg or arm. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What is thrombophlebitis after IV treatment? | You may need an intravenous line to deliver medicine to your body. But having an IV can raise your risk of developing a clot. Hospital workers can lower your risk by moving your IV to different veins. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What's the difference between thrombophlebitis and phlebitis? | Phlebitis is any kind of inflammation in a vein. Thrombophlebitis is specifically caused by a blood clot. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thrombophlebitis Types? | Superficial thrombophlebitis.This is a blood clot in the vein just below the surface of your skin. It doesn’t usually get to yourlungs, but superficial thrombophlebitis can be painful, and you may need treatment.
Deep vein thrombosis (DVT).This is a blood clot in a vein deep in your body that can occur with or without... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thrombophlebitis Symptoms? | If blood flow to one of your veins slows because of a clot, you might have:
• Red, swollen, and irritated skin around the affected area
• Pain or tenderness that gets worse when you put pressure on the affected area
• A swollen vein that feels like a tough "cord" under yourskin
• Pain when flexing your ankle (keep ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thrombophlebitis Causes? | First, a blood clot forms. This can be the result of several things. Most often, it’s caused by blood not moving the way it should through the leg veins. This can happen because of:
Long-term bed rest.Your doctor might order this after a major illness or surgery.
Sitting for a long time.This can happen on long trips ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thrombophlebitis Risk Factors? | Anyone with poor circulation in their legs may be more likely to have this condition. This could include those who may get thrombophlebitis during or after pregnancy. People who’ve been kept in the hospital on an IV are at risk, too. Hospital staffers try to lower this risk by changing the spots where IV lines are plac... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thrombophlebitis Treatment? | Most cases of thrombophlebitis in the shallow veins begin to go away by themselves in a week or two. But on rare occasions, these blocked veins can lead to infection. They can even causetissue damagefrom the loss of healthy circulation. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thrombophlebitis Complications? | They’re rare, but you could have:
Pulmonary embolism.If the clot breaks loose, it could move to your lungs and block an artery. This condition can be life-threatening.
Postphlebitic syndrome.It can show up months or years after DVT. It often causes pain, swelling, and a feeling of heaviness in the affected leg or arm... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thrombophlebitis Prevention? | Sitting on long drives or flights is a major cause of blood clots. To prevent them:
• Walk around. Get up for a stroll every hour.
• Keep moving. Don’t just sit there. Flex your ankles. Or press your feet against the floor or footrest about 10 times an hour.
• Keep it loose. Don’t wear tight clothing.
• Stay hydrat... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thrombophlebitis Takeaways? | When you have thrombophlebitis, a blood clot forms and blocks a vein — or more than one vein. Your leg is the most common spot for this to happen. It may occur in a vein close to the surface of your skin, or it may happen deep within a muscle. Symptoms include pain, swelling, and redness. Thrombophlebitis can be treate... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thrombophlebitis FAQs? | What is thrombophlebitis after IV treatment?
You may need an intravenous line to deliver medicine to your body. But having an IV can raise your risk of developing a clot. Hospital workers can lower your risk by moving your IV to different veins.
What are the symptoms of thrombophlebitis?
Pain, redness, and swelling ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Thrush? | Thrush is an infection caused by the candida fungus, which is a type of yeast. You can get it in your mouth and sometimes other parts of the body.If you notice strange white bumpsinside your mouth, it might be oral thrush. It’s also called oral candidiasis. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Is oral thrush painful? | You might find the sores from thrush painful, especially if you scrape them and cause them to bleed. Some people don't have any discomfort from the raised spots, but do have overall mouth soreness. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Does oral thrush go away by itself? | Thrush can sometimes clear up on its own, but it depends on how severe it is. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How long does thrush last? | Thrush usually responds well to medications in healthy children and adults. It should clear up in a few weeks after you start treatment. But it could take longer in people who aren't as healthy. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What does oral thrush feel like? | Sometimes, people with oral thrush don't have any symptoms at all. But you could have a burning sensation,loss of taste, dry mouth, and pain when you swallow or trouble swallowing. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Why do I suddenly get oral thrush? | Symptoms of oral thrush can develop slowly or rapidly, but the cause is the same: Something has upset the balance of normal bacteria in your mouth and allowed the candida fungus to grow out of control. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thrush Causes? | Small amounts of the candida fungus are found naturally in your mouth, digestive tract, and skin. It’s usually kept under control by other bacteria. But certain medications and illnesses can upset the balance and cause the fungus to grow out of control.
One example is antibiotics. When you take them, they can kill the... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thrush Risk Factors? | Other things that can disrupt the normal balance of bacteria in your mouth and increase your chances of getting thrush include:
• Uncontrolled diabetes
• Cancer
• Smoking
• Dentures
• An organ transplant
• Chemotherapyor radiation
Age also is a risk factor. Older people and infants are more likely to get thrush. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thrush Symptoms? | If you have thrush, you may notice these signs:
• White or red patches inside your mouth, on your tongue, and on the back of your throat
• Raised spots that look like cottage cheese
• Cracking and redness at the corners of your mouth (angular cheilitis)
• A cottony feeling in your mouth
• Loss of taste
Sometimes ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Oral Thrush Diagnosis? | Your doctor can tell if you have thrush by looking inside your mouth for the white spots and creamy lesions. They might take a scrape of a lesion to send to a lab to confirm it's thrush. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thrush Treatments? | Oral thrush is usually easy to treat in healthy children and adults. But the symptoms may be harder to treat in people withweakened immune systems.
Thrush is treated withantifungal medications.Your doctor will probably prescribe a medicine you use in your mouthfor 7-14 days.
Does oral thrush go away by itself?
Thrus... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thrush Home Remedies? | Practicing good oral hygiene, like regular brushing and flossing, for several weeks might clear up oral thrush.
Other home remedies you can try to improve your symptoms include:
• Rinse your mouth with 1/2 teaspoon of salt dissolved in a cup of warm water.
• Gargle 1/2 teaspoon of baking soda dissolved in a cup of w... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thrush Complications? | If you're healthy, it's unlikely you'll have complications. But in rare cases, the candida fungus can get into your bloodstream and other parts of your body, including your brain and heart.
This can causeseptic shock, a life-threatening condition that happens when your blood pressure drops dangerously low after an inf... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Oral Thrush Prevention? | Here are ways to reduce your chances of getting oral thrush:
• Brush your teeth at least twice a day and floss at least once.
• Get regular dental checkups, especially if you have diabetes or wear dentures.
• Treat chronic health issues, and take your medications as they're prescribed.
• Don't overusemouthwashesor ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thrush Takeaways? | Oral thrush is an infection of your mouth caused by thecandida fungus. Toddlers and children get it most often, but anyone can get thrush. It happens when the normal level of bacteria in your mouth gets out of balance, usually from something like an illness or a medication. Thrush causes creamy white lesions on your to... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thrush FAQs? | What does oral thrush feel like?
Sometimes, people with oral thrush don't have any symptoms at all. But you could have a burning sensation,loss of taste, dry mouth, and pain when you swallow or trouble swallowing.
Why do I suddenly get oral thrush?
Symptoms of oral thrush can develop slowly or rapidly, but the cause... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Thyroid Cancer? | Thyroid cancer is a type of cancer that starts in your thyroid gland. A gland is an organ in your body that makes a substance. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Is thyroid cancer serious? | It is serious but very curable. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Is thyroid cancer 100% curable? | It depends on the stage and type you have, but the most common types have cure rates of 98%-99.5%. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What is the first stage of thyroid cancer? | Stage I cancer (if you're under 55) means your tumor is any size and hasn't spread to nearby lymph nodes or other body parts. If you're over 55, it means that your tumor is completely inside your thyroid but no more than 4 centimeters (1.6 inches) across and it hasn't spread to nearby lymph nodes or other body parts. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Can thyroid cancer come back after a total thyroidectomy? | It come back even 20 years after treatment, as it's slow-growing. So it's important to keep following up with your doctor. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Can smoking cause thyroid cancer? | One review of 24 studies found that current smokers have a lower risk of getting thyroid cancer, implying that smoking has some sort of protective effect. But it's well-known that smoking can cause other kinds of cancer, particularly lung cancer. So don't take this as advice to start smoking. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Symptoms of Thyroid Cancer? | In the beginning you may not notice any symptoms of thyroid cancer. But as it grows, you could notice any of the following problems:
• Neck or throat pain
• Lump in your neck
• Difficulty swallowing
• Vocal changes, hoarseness
• Cough
Many of these symptoms may be signs of conditions that aren't cancer, but you s... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thyroid Cancer Stages? | The staging system most often used is the AJCC (American Joint Committee on Cancer)TNMsystem. It is based on three pieces of information:
T (tumor).How large is the tumor? Has it invaded nearby tissues?
T0 means no evidence of a tumor. T1-T4 is a progression, with T4 indicating the largest and most invasive tumor.
N... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Causes of Thyroid Cancer? | Most people who get thyroid cancer get it through acquired gene mutation. This means the gene mutation happened randomly in their lifetime. For instance, half of allpapillary thyroid cancers are caused by changes to theBRAF gene in your body, but this isn't something you can control.
Just a few things raise your odds ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Complications of Thyroid Cancer? | If your thyroid cancer isn't treated, it could spread to your airways, esophagus (food pipe), and other structures. It could also spread to more distant body body parts, like your lungs, bones, and other soft tissues, and possibly be fatal. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thyroid Cancer Prognosis? | The outlook is generally very good. The five-year relative survival rate for thyroid cancer is 95% for all races and ages. This means that, on average, you're 95% as likely to be alive in five years as someone who didn't have thyroid cancer.
Of course, the survival rate changes depending on the stage and type of your ... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thyroid Cancer Prevention? | Most of the time, thyroid cancer can't be prevented. Most people get it for no known reason. But there are a few things you can do to reduce your risk.
Limit radiation exposure. Radiation exposure is a known risk factor for thyroid cancer, especially for children. If you or your child must have an imaging test (like a... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Ozempic and Thyroid Cancer? | Ozempic is a brand name of the drugsemaglutide. Originally used to treat type 2 diabetes, it has become very popular for weight loss. Other brand names for semaglutide are Wegovy and Rybelsus. These drugs work for weight loss by tricking the brain so that you feel full faster and for a longer period of time.
The FDA h... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thyroid Cancer Takeaways? | Thyroid cancer starts when abnormal cancer cells change, or mutate, in your thyroid, a gland in your throat that controls your metabolism. The abnormal cells begin multiplying and, once there are enough of them, they form a tumor in your thyroid. You may see a swelling in your neck or throat. This type of cancer is ver... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thyroid Cancer FAQs? | Is thyroid cancer serious?
It is serious but very curable.
Is thyroid cancer 100% curable?
It depends on the stage and type you have, but the most common types have cure rates of 98%-99.5%.
What is the first stage of thyroid cancer?
Stage I cancer (if you're under 55) means your tumor is any size and hasn't spread... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Is Thyroid Disease? | What does your thyroid do? | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What does your thyroid do? | Your thyroid gland influences almost all of the metabolic processes in your body through the hormones it produces. Your thyroid gland is part of your endocrine system. When your thyroid makes either too much or too little of important hormones, it’s called thyroid disease. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Where is your thyroid located? | It's at the front of your neck, under your skin. Yourthyroidis small and butterfly-shaped. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | How do thyroid problems affect your body? | Thyroid disorderscan affect your heart rate, mood, energy level, metabolism, bone health, and pregnancy, along with many other body functions. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Is thyroid disease serious? | That depends. Thyroid problems can range from harmless goiters requiring no treatment to thyroid cancer, which can be life-threatening. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What happens if thyroid disease isn’t treated? | You can develop complications that range from mild to deadly. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Can an enlarged thyroid gland go back to normal on its own? | It's possible, but you may need treatment. If you have symptoms, see your doctor to make sure you get treatment if needed. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thyroid Disease Types and Causes? | There are two main types of thyroid disease: hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism. Both conditions can be caused by other diseases that impact the way the thyroid gland works. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Risk Factors for Thyroid Problems? | Anyone can have thyroid problems, and thyroid disease is common.Womenare five to eight times more likely than men to be diagnosed with thyroid issues. You also have a higher risk for them if you:
• Have a family history of thyroid problems.
• Have pernicious anemia, type 1 diabetes, primary adrenal insufficiency, lup... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thyroid Disease Symptoms? | Symptoms of hyperthyroidisminclude:
• sweating
• irregular heartbeat
• weight loss
• protruding eyes
• nervousness
Symptoms of hypothyroidisminclude:
• tiredness
• weight gain
• depression
• abnormal bone development
• stunted growth
An infant with hypothyroidism may be inactive and quiet, have a poor appet... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thyroid Disease Diagnosis? | Thyroid disease can be tricky to diagnose. That's because its symptoms can look like those of other conditions.
For example, thyroid disease symptoms could be similar to those you might have during pregnancy. These tests help your doctor know if you have a thyroid issue:
Blood tests.One of the surest ways to diagnose... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thyroid Disease Treatment? | Your doctor can use different ways to restore your thyroid hormone levels to normal. Each treatment depends on the type and cause of your thyroid condition.
Subacute thyroiditis treatment
Although subacute thyroiditis can bring on temporary hyperthyroidism, this condition doesn't require medical treatment.
You can t... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Alternative Treatment for Thyroid Problems? | You might try other therapies to cleanse your body, restore immune function, and balance your production and release of hormones. Talk to your doctor if you're interested in these other methods to make sure they won't harm you or interfere with your treatment.
A naturopath may use homeopathic mixtures, herbs, preparat... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thyroid Diet? | Protein, calcium, magnesium, and iodine help your thyroid work. Make sure you're getting plenty of all the B vitamins, vitamin A, and vitamin C. If you don't have enoughiodine in your system, taking selenium can cause hypothyroidism.
Avoid these products:
• Pseudoephedrine (found in over-the-counter cold remedies) ca... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thyroid Disorders Takeaways? | • Your thyroid gland, part of your endocrine system, influences almost all of the metabolic processes in your body.
• When your thyroid gland produces too little or too much of important hormones, it's called thyroid disease.
• There are two main types of thyroid disease: hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism.
• Thyroi... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Thyroid Problem FAQs? | Is thyroid disease serious?
That depends. Thyroid problems can range from harmless goiters requiring no treatment to thyroid cancer, which can be life-threatening.
What happens if thyroid disease isn’t treated?
You can develop complications that range from mild to deadly.
Can an enlarged thyroid gland go back to no... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Are Thyroid Nodules? | Thyroid nodules are solid or fluid-filled lumps or bumps. They're found on your thyroid, a small gland in your neck. This gland makesthyroid hormone, which affects yourmetabolism(the internal process that turns your food into energy), heart rate, and many other systems in your body. Sometimes, cells in your thyroid can... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What Are Thyroid Nodules? | Thyroid nodules are solid or fluid-filled lumps or bumps. They're found on your thyroid, a small gland in your neck. This gland makesthyroid hormone, which affects yourmetabolism(the internal process that turns your food into energy), heart rate, and many other systems in your body. Sometimes, cells in your thyroid can... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Are Thyroid Nodules Serious? | Most often the answer is no. You usually can't feel thyroid nodules. Even though they happen from an overgrowth of cells, only about 1 in 10 thyroid nodules turn out to be cancer. Benign (noncancerous) thyroid nodules are common. Lots of people get them as they get older. If a thyroid nodule isn't cancerous, it may not... | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Can thyroid nodules cause mucus in the throat? | Yes. Hoarseness that won't go away, frequent coughing, or feeling a need to to keep clearing your throat may be symptoms of a thyroid nodule. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What size thyroid nodules are worrisome? | You should get any size thyroid nodule evaluated by your doctor, who may decide to wait and see if it grows. Small nodules often don't need to be treated if they are not cancerous. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Do thyroid nodules need to be removed? | Small nodules often do not need to be removed, especially if they are not causing symptoms. Larger nodules or growths that cause you trouble swallowing, breathing, or discomfort should be evaluated for possible removal. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | Do thyroid nodules cause weight gain? | Weight gain can be a sign of hypothyroidism. If diet, exercise, and lifestyle modifications are not addressing your weight issues, ask your doctor to check your thyroid levels. | local_scraped |
Please answer the question as a medical doctor. | What are Types of Thyroid Nodules? | There are several types of thyroid nodules. Most are not cancerous (benign) and are easily treatable. Some nodules are so small that you may not even notice them, while others can grow large enough to cause discomfort when swallowing, sleeping, or even wearing certain clothing. | local_scraped |
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