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Frequently Asked Questions
The thyroid gland in the neck is a butterfly-shaped gland which produces hormones that control the metabolism and influence the functioning of nearly all the systems of the body.
The most common thyroid disorders include hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and thyroid nodules.
Thyroid disorders can be diagnosed through TSH, T3, and T4 level tests, which help determine thyroid function, as well as imaging tests like ultrasound, thyroid scan and biopsy if needed.
In people with hypothyroidism, the thyroid gland produces less thyroid hormone, resulting in slow metabolism and fatigue, weight gain, and cold intolerance.
Hypothyroidism is usually treated with medication, like levothyroxine, which is taken orally.
Hyperthyroidism is a medical condition characterised by excessive production of thyroid hormones, resulting in a heightened metabolism and associated symptoms such as weight loss, increased perspiration, and anxiety.
Hyperthyroidism can be treated with medication to slow down the thyroid gland's hormone production, radioactive iodine to destroy part of the thyroid gland or surgery.
Thyroid nodules are lumps or growths that form on the thyroid gland. Most thyroid nodules are benign, but some can be cancerous.
Treatment for thyroid nodules depends on the size, location, and type of nodule. Some nodules can be monitored with regular imaging tests, while others may require biopsy or surgery to remove.
Treatment for thyroid cancer can include surgery to remove the thyroid gland, radioactive iodine therapy, and/or chemotherapy.
Potential side effects of thyroid medication include weight loss or gain, hair loss, changes in appetite, and irregular heartbeats.
It may take several weeks or even months for thyroid medication to take effect and for symptoms to improve.
In some cases, treatment for hyperthyroidism (such as radioactive iodine therapy or surgery) can lead to hypothyroidism if too much of the thyroid gland is removed or destroyed.
Hypothyroidism can be effectively managed with lifelong thyroid hormone replacement therapy.
Hyperthyroidism can sometimes be cured with treatment, but it may also require lifelong management.
Thyroid disorders can affect pregnancy and can increase the chances of complications like miscarriage, preterm birth, and preeclampsia.
Pregnant women with thyroid disorders may need to have their thyroid hormone levels monitored regularly and may require adjustments to their medication doses.
Stress can affect the thyroid gland by disrupting the balance of hormones that regulate metabolism, potentially leading to thyroid disorders. However, it's important to note that stress alone is unlikely to cause a thyroid disorder, and other factors like genetics and environmental exposures also play a role.
FAQs reviewed by Dr. Vandana Boobna - Associate Director - Internal Medicine.