UltaLife Advanced Thyroid Support Review

This is the review of UltaLife Advanced Thyroid Support. The manufacturer claims this product is a natural herbal supplement that will help those who have underactive thyroid. Along with stimulating an underactive thyroid, this supplement also claims to promote and maintain a healthy body weight and reduce symptoms such as painful joints, mood swings, fatigue, and weak and frail hair. Please keep reading to see if this is an ideal supplement for you.

Ingredients

This product contains:

  • 100 mcg Vitamin B-12
  • 150 mcg Iodine
  • 8 mg Zinc
  • 200 mcg Selenium
  • 200 mcg Copper
  • 2 mg Manganese
  • 50 mcg Molybdenum
  • 300 mg L-Tyrosine
  • 160 mg Schizandra
  • 160 mg Coleus Forskohlii
  • 100 mg Kelp
  • 120 mg Ashwagandha Root
  • 50 mg Bladderwrack
  • 30 mg Cayenne Pepper

This product also contains soy and shellfish and should not be taken by those who are allergic to these ingredients.

It should also be noted the ingredients were found on a authorized seller’s website and not on the actual manufacturer website itself. This means you should do your due diligence to check the ingredients match those of the product itself.

Dosage

The manufacturer recommends a healthy individual take 2 capsules on a daily basis with meals, unless directed otherwise by your physician.

Possible Side Effects

There are no listed possible side effects from the manufacturer. However there is a label warning stating this product is made in a facility that contains and processes items such as milk, soy, wheat, egg, peanuts, tree nuts, fish, and crustacean shellfish. This should not be given to children. Women who are pregnant, nursing, and individuals who suffer from an existing medical condition should first speak with a doctor.

Price

Currently this item is on sale for $29.95 which is half the price of the original suggested retail of $49.99. The authorized seller is also promoting a buy two get free shipping promotion. There are 60 capsules per bottle, making this a 30 day supply. The reduced sale price is ideal for those who are looking for a relatively priced supplement.

Guarantee

The company offers a satisfaction guaranteed or your money back. However there is no information as to how you would need to proceed in order to get your refund. The best way it seems to get any information in regards to consumer satisfaction would be to contact the manufacturer with the link provided on their website.

As for reviews, this product has very positive reviews. Many consumers are very happy with its claims and state they will continue to use this product.

Conclusion

UltaLife Advanced Thyroid Support while not a vegetarian or dairy free product seems to live up to its claims. The price reflection seems to inflect this has quality ingredients and also the ability to prove its claims. Another positive when it comes to this review is customer satisfaction. If for any reason you are unhappy with the product you can return it for a full refund. The only caveat with this guarantee is that there is no information or guidelines as to what you would need to do to get this refund. This product, with it’s very positive reviews will be ideal for you if you are looking for a natural supplement that can help boost your thyroid and your overall health.

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Zhou Nutrition-Thyroid Support with Vitamin B-12 Review

This is a review of the vitamin B-12 v supplement from the company Zhou Nutrition. This vitamin B-12 supplement supports your thyroid function which has a great effect on your immune system and metabolism. The all natural ingredients make sure that your thyroid functions normally.

If you have issues with your immune system then please read on and find out what this vitamin B-12 supplement is all about.

Ingredients

The ingredients of this particular supplement are as follows:

  • L-Tyrosine: Thyroxine and Triiodothyronine are thyroid hormones that cannot be produced without this particular amino acid.
  • Bladderwrack and Kelp: These seaweeds are full of Iodine which helps produce thyroid homones
  • Ashwagandha and Schizandra: These herbs have a long standing tradition in Chinese medicine and have been used for centuries to help improve thyroid activity
  • Cayenne pepper (also known as Guinea spice): supports circulation  which means all the important supplements will reach their destination in your body.
  • Zinc, Selenium, Molybdenum, Manganese, Magnesium, Copper: All these minerals are needed to produce thyroid hormones. Without them the thyroid does not function.
  • Vitamin B-12: This is the most complex of all vitamins. Aside from other functions it is absolutely essential to the functioning of the thyroid.
  • Vitamin D: Created in the body after exposure to the sun. Most of us have responsibilities that keeps us inside most of the day, limiting our exposure to the sun and causing a shortage of vitamin D in our system. This vitamin D deficiency is being named as a cause for cancer such as skin cancer and colorectal cancer. Aside from possibly causing cancer a lack of vitamin D has proven to decrease the efficiency of your immune system, weaken the bones and affect brain function. This is the reason why most doctors prescribe vitamin D supplements to their patients in high doses. And this is why we added it to our special blend.

Interestingly enough the website state that the supplement contains vitamin D but this is not metioned on the label of the jar. This strikes me as slightly odd.

Dosage

The dosage is 2 capsules daily, preferably with meals.

The supplement contains 1667% of the daily value. That is definitely a boost!

Price

The cost for a jar of 60 capsules that will last you 30 days is $19.97. This is the price on Amazon and on the website itself. Amazon states that this is a 60% discount from the listed price of $59.99. Free shipping is available within the United States.

Guarantee

Zhou Nutrition offers a 60-day money back guarantee. This means that if you are in any way not satisfied with the product you can ask for your money back. All they ask is that you write a short note explaining why you are not happy with your purchase. If you do that they will give you a full refund.

There are many reviews on Amazon and they are very positive. Over 75% of the reviewers rate the Thyroid Supplement with Vitamin B-12 with five stars out of five.

Conclusion

What I like about the Thyroid Supplement with Vitamin B-12 is that it is an all natural product. I am also impressed with the positive reviews. It really works!

I am not very happy with the promise of vitamin D on the website which is absent from the list of ingredients on the label of the jar. Does it contain vitamin D or not?

Nowhere does it say if there are any known side effects. It would be nice if they even simply stated that there are no known side effects. It would ease my mind.

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Progressive Health Thyax Review

Thyax is a food supplement by the company  Progressive Health. It will help bring your thyroid hormone levels back to normal. It will also up your T3 and T4 levels which will help your thyroid to function properly.

Ingredients

The main ingredients of this supplement are:

  • Vitamin-B : These vitamins influence your energy levels, your mood have an effect on your nervous system and stimulate the healing of wounds.
  • Amino Acids: A lack of amino acids has been connected to hypothyroidism. Tyrosine is needed for thyroid hormone production.
  • Iodine: A lack of iodine (even a small lack) can create problems such as thyroid disorders and in children developmental problems.
  • Vitamin B1
  • Vitamin B2
  • Vitamin B3
  • Vitamin B6
  • Folic Acid
  • Vitamin B12
  • Vitamin B5
  • Kelp
  • Magnesium
  • Zinc
  • Selenium
  • Copper
  • Manganese
  • Molybdenum
  • Acetyl L-Tyrosine
  • L-Phenylalanine
  • Hypromellose (vegetarian capsule)
  • Rice Powder
  • Magnesium Stearate

Dosage

One serving size is four capsules. So the dosages is four capsules a day. The capsules contain so much of the main ingredients that they exceed the daily value many times. This is definitely a vitamin B boost.

Possible Side Effects

A review posted on the website mentions that someone experienced a “high” when he switched from another product to Thyax overnight. It only lasted one evening and has not occurred afterwards.

Price

A one month supply consisting of one jar of capsules costs $54.95. If you opt for a three month supply you get a significant discount. The price goes down from $219.80 to $164.85 and if you buy enough for four months the price is $219.80 you get two of the four jars for free and you will not have to pay for shipping.

Guarantee

Progressive Health offers a staggering 180 days guarantee. This gives you enough time to test the product and actually notice the difference. If you are unhappy about the product in any way Progressive Health will give you a full refund. This excludes shipping costs.

The Progressive Health website claims that 9 out of 10 customers are satisfied with Thyax. Only one reviews has been posted however. There are also a number of comments but those are mainly questions about thyroidism or about Thyax and do not contain any reviews.

Conclusion

Progressive Health is very secure about the positive effects of Thyax. This big vitamin boost will have an effect on your thyroids. The money back guarantee of 180 days is excellent and will give you a real opportunity to test the product and see if it really works for you. The ingredients of the capsules contain huge boosts of vitamins. The percentages of the daily value are not to be trifled with.

Unfortunately the website only offers one actual review. It is a very good one, and it seems an honest one as it mentions a side effect. But if they claim that 9 out of 10 customers are happy then I would have expected a few more reviews.

The mentioned side effect is a bit of a worry too. The website does not offer a list of possible side effects but the review mentions it. I would have liked to to know more about it.

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Dr. Ben Kim Thyroid Response Review

This is a review of Thyroid Response from Dr. Ben Kim. This synergistic supplement containing nutrients and herbs will support your thyroid function. It helps people with hypo- or hyperthyroidism issues.

Do you have problems whith your thyroid function? Then this review is written for you. Please read on to learn more about Dr. Ben Kim’s Thyroid Response.

Ingredients

This supplement contains the following ingredients:

  • iodine: needed to produce thyroid hormones
  • selenium: this is important for converting T3.
  • tyrosine: needed to produce thyroid hormones
  • ashwaganda: supports thyroid function
  • sensoril: an extract of ashwagandha which helps revitalize the metabolic process
  • guggul: a herb which rejuvinates the thyroid
  • holy basil: boosts the metabolic process
  • bladderwrack
  • coleus forskohli root: activates the cyclic adenosine monophosphate
  • sea vegetable
  • irish moss
  • Immune blend
  • bioactive proteins and enzymes

Dosage

Two pills a day preferably taken in the evening before going to bed. But it is recommended to consult with your doctor before taking the supplement. Pregnant or nursing women should not takes these tablets because of the ingredient ashwaganda.

It is unclear if these supplements contain enough of the active ingredients as the daily dosage of most of them have not been established. But then again these are mostly herbs which are not essential to a human diet.

Price

The price per jar of 90 tablets costs $ 39.95 but if you buy more than 3 jars the price becomes $37.95 and with more than 6 jars the price goes down to $35.95. A nice discount of $4.00 per jar.

Guarantee

Dr. Ben Kim only offers refunds on articles that are in new state. There is no special guarantee on this particular product. The reason they give for this is that they only have small margin of profit on their products, but I would think that if you believe your product works you would give some kind of guarantee.

Dr. Ben Kim’s website offers only one review of the article and this was written in 2011, over four years ago! The reviewer was very happy with the product and stated he is now off his regular medication.  It is a pity there is only one review as more of them would tell me more about the effectiveness of this supplement.

Conclusion

Dr. Ben Kim’s Thyroid Response is an interesting supplement to take when you have thyroid problems. I like that it is all natural. Unfortunately there is nothing to be found on the website to convince me that these tablets actually work. There is no money back guarantee and there is only the one review which is so overstated that one wonders if Dr. Kim wrote it himself. The label on the jar does not offer me any more insight as the daily recommended doses of the ingredients has not been established. Also I find too many warnings that one should consult a physician before taking this supplement. Does this mean it is dangerous? I personally would look for something that gives a bit more certainty when in the market for a thyroid supplement.

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Caruso’s Natural Health Thyroid Manager Review

This review is about Caruso’s Natural Health Thyroid Manager supplement. Caruso’s Thyroid Manager improves your thyroid gland health and supports the production of thyroid hormones which will improve your metabolism.

If you are interested in improving the overall health of your thyroid system then please read on to find out more.

Ingredients

Caruso’s Thyroid Manager contains the following ingredients:

  • Tyrosine: This ingredient is needed to activate Iodine to create thyroid hormones.
  • Ascorbic Acid
  • Zinc Oxide : Zinc is beneficial to the general health of your thyroid gland.
  • Thiamine Hydrochloride:  This is Vitamin B1 which regulates your stress symptoms
  • Nicotinamide: This is Vitamin B regulates your stress symptoms
  • Pyridoxine Hydrochloride: This is vitamin B6
  • Potassium Iodide: This is iodine which the body requires to create thyroid hormones. Your body cannot produce its own iodine.
  • Selenomethionine: Selenium is required for normal thyroid hormone metabolism. It is required for the production of thyroid hormones.
  • Cholecalciferol: This is an equivalent of vitamin D which is beneficial to the health of your thyroid gland and generally supports your immune system.

Dosage

The advised dosage is one tablet each morning with your breakfast, unless your physician advises otherwise.

There is no information on the percentage of the daily value of the above mentioned ingredients one tablet contains. It does however give exact amounts of the ingredients in one tablet. But this is of little use unless you want to make these tablets yourself. It is therefore impossible to say whether one tablet contains enough active ingredients to make a great difference to the health of your thyroid gland.

Possible Side Effects

The Pyridoxine and Zinc the tablets contain can be dangerous in large doses taken over a long time. Selenium is poisonous in high doses. Other than that no side effect are mentioned and no interactions with other medications are known.

Price

The price for 30 tablets (a one month supply) is $22.95. If you buy a two month supply you pay $39.95. This is a discount of almost $3.00 per month.

Guarantee

Caruso’s Natural Health offers a 100% money back guarantee. If you are unhappy with the product you can return the unused portion of your order in it’s original package including the original purchase receipt. They do not accept copies. Also the product has to be returned within 90 days. Unfortunately this 100% money back guarantee only applies to purchases made in Australia.

I scoured the internet but no reviews are available for Caruso’s Thyroid Manager.

Conclusion

Caruso’s Thyroid Manager seems to be a well put together supplement to support the production of thyroid hormones. I like how Caruso’s website explains exactly what the ingredients are supposed to do and it also gives sensible advise about when to ask a physician for advise.

It is a pity that there are no customer reviews to be found anywhere. Not on the site, not anywhere in the internet. Reviews give potential clients a better idea of the effectiveness of the supplement. The 100% money back guarantee only applies on the unused portion of your order which made me scratch my head, because that doesn’t really seem like 100%. Even worse, it only applies to Australia. If you buy their product from anywhere else in the world you will have lost your money when you are not satisfied with the results.

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A.Vogel Thyroid Support – Kelpasan Review

The following article is a review of A. Vogel’s Thyroid Support – Kelpasan.  A. Vogel’s Thyroid Support is a formula containing kelp, a natural source of Iodine which supports the thyroid gland. It prevents concentration problems, fatigue and rapid weight gain.

A growing number of people (especially women) have thyroid issues. This is probably caused by a lack of iodine in our diet. Do you believe you might suffer from hypothyroidism? Read on to learn more about A. Vogel’s Thyroid Support.

Ingredients

The main ingredient of this supplement is Kelp, a natural source of Iodine. The full list of ingredients is as follows:

  • Iodine from Kelp
  • Microcrystalline cellulose
  • Pregelatinized starch
  • Corn starch
  • Soy polysaccharide
  • Hydrogenated cottonseed oil

Kelp is a seaweed which is a great source of nutrients. It has a particular high concentration of Iodine which is A. Vogel states is lacking from our diet. The goal of A. Vogel’s Kelp supplement is to add iodine to our diet and thus improve the functioning of the thyroid gland.

What I find unusual is that the only active ingredient in this supplement is Iodine from kelp.

Dosage

Children aged 2 to 8 are allowed one tablet twice a day. Adults and children older than 8 years old can take one tablet three times a day. The tablets should be taken with water.

The only active ingredient of this supplement is Iodine. This must mean that there is enough of it in one tablet to be effective.

Price

A jar of 150 tablets costs $16.99. This is a 50 day supply for one adult or child over 8 years old. There are no discounts available for this product.

Guarantee

There is no information available about any guarantee. This might mean that the producers are not certain the supplement actually works. There are seven reviews on the website about this product. Unfortunately the reviewing only consists of rating the product. There is no room for leaving written comments. So there are neither written recommendations or concerns from customers. The product has been given an average of 9 stars out of 10, however. But this might be because the tablets taste very good rather than that the active ingredient iodine actually helping with the normal functioning of the thyroid system. We will never know as there are no written reviews. The combination of no guarantee and no proper reviews gives me some concern.

Conclusion

A. Vogel’s Thyroid Support-Kelpasan looks to be a good food supplement. The reasoning behind the cause of many people experience hypothyroidism seems legitimate, a lack of iodine in our diet. I like that A. Vogel decides to tackle this problem by creating tablets containing only iodine from kelp without adding any other ingredients. This is a start, but not what I like to see in a truly good thyroid supplement, as there are more factors that just iodine that contribute to proper thyroid function. The price is however pretty sensible.

The lack of guarantee is a bit of a worry. Why not offer a guarantee if you believe in your product? Or even a money back guarantee for unopened packages? It is also a pity that there are no real reviews on the website. I would have loved to read what other people think of the product.

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Thyrene Metabolic Damage Weight Loss Solution Review

This is a review of Thyrene Metabolic Damage Weight Loss Solution, a dietary supplement that is designed to improve the level and quality of your thyroid function and boost your metabolism. The manufacturer asserts that this product will help you to effectively accomplish your weight loss goals by utilizing a process called thermogenesis, which basically describes the way the body breaks down food and turns it into heat the body converts into energy. Read on to learn about its ingredients and decide if it is the right weight reduction product for you.

Ingredients (Per Serving)

  • Vitamin B3 (Niacin) 20 mg
  • Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) 4.25 mg
  • Vitamin B12 (Cyanocobalamin) 100 mcg
  • Folate (Folic Acid) 400 mcg
  • Iodine (derived from Kelp) 150 mcg
  • Potassium 57 mg
  • Calcium 66 mg
  • Phosphorus 225 mg
  • Chromium (Chromium Polynicotinate) 175 mcg
  • Proprietary, (patented) Blend of L-Tyrosine, Coleus Forskolii, Guggulsterones (Guggul Extract), L-Carnitine, Poly-Thyronine and ALA (Alpha Lipoic Acid)
  • Other inactive ingredients include: DiPotassium Phosphate, MCMC, Silicon Dioxide, FD & C Yellow 10, FC & C Green 3, TIO2 and Gelatin)

Dosage

Adults are instructed to take one capsule in the morning, with plenty of water and then evaluate tolerance level before taking a second capsule. Also, some individuals take the product with food.

Possible Side Effects

The manufacturer states that it is important to assess individual tolerance when taking Thyrene or any other dietary supplement. It is noted that some users report feeling nausea and gastrointestinal upset when they take Thyrene without eating. Prospective customers are cautioned to check with their doctor if they are currently taking any prescription or over-the-counter medications prior to beginning use of the product if they have concerns.

Price

The regular price for this product is $26.99 for 30 capsules, which will provide a one month supply. The company offers no sale or special offers as an incentive to buy more.

Guarantee

Metabolic Nutrition is highly confident that Thyrene is not all pack and no punch, but backs this promise with a money-back, 30-day guarantee should customers be dissatisfied. Upon return of the supplement the consumer will be entitled to an exchange of a full refund.

Conclusion

At a glance, Thyrene Metabolic Damage Weight Loss Solution is a well-represented product. The manufacturer claims that it is scientifically engineered to foster the increase of muscle mass and weight loss as well as improve one’s endurance and physical conditioning. Furthermore more, it states that the supplement actually increases the metabolism. However what it does not do is give us any concrete evidence to illustrate how this is accomplished. The Proprietary blend of ingredients also raises some concerns. We know the ingredients it contains but how much of each component is present and is it the right amount and combination of ingredients to produce the desired result? There is no way that we can see for the customer to definitively answer this question and thus, Thyrene Metabolic Damage Weight Loss Solution might not be the best choice for you.

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Thyroid Strength Review

This is a review of the dietary supplement Mega Food Thyroid Strength, made by Food State, Inc., a manufacturer who declares that their product is vegetarian, certified as pesticide-free, made with no genetically modified organisms (GMO’s) and  will supply the most genuine nutrition available on the supplement market today. They also claim that the supplement supports thyroid fitness and increased metabolic function.

Ingredients

  • Iodine (a component of the thyroid’s hormones thyroxine and triiodothyronine)
  • Zinc (plays a role in support of immune function)
  • Selenium Copper with L-tyrosine (assists in the process of thyroid function)
  • Coleus Forskohlii (assists with metabolic processes)
  • Sensoril (Asdhwawagandha extract, a plant root)
  • Plant Cellulose
  • Guar Gum
  • Vegetable Lubricant
  • Silica

NOTE: There is no information available regarding the quantities of supplement ingredients

Dosage

The recommended dosage is described as 2 tablets daily, which may be taken with or without food. However, the product does not tell us how much of each component is contained in a serving which makes it unclear how much of each component in being ingested.

Possible Side Effects

The manufacturer’s website does not mention the presence of side-effects other than a possible reaction in people with food sensitivities.  It does state that the product is comprised of foods which contain natural enzymes that are easily processed by the body such as brown rice, carrots, oranges, nutritional yeast, cranberries, broccoli and blueberries.  We are not advised that the product could be problematic for women who are pregnant or wanting to become pregnant.

Price

There is no cost listed on the manufacturer’s website. They do provide a tool which may be used to find a supplier based on your location but this does not seem as convenient as being able to order the product directly from the website.

Guarantee

The manufacturer does not offer any type of guarantee for the product and this raises concerns that customers will be unable to return it if they find it ineffective or that it causes allergies or other side-effects.

Conclusion

Mega Food Thyroid Strength seems to be a good product. It is vegetarian and it is manufactured without pesticides and free of many of the additives that may cause allergies. However, it does not tell us how much of each individual ingredient the supplement contains making us wonder if it is the correct amount for the product to serve its purpose. It does not list any contraindications and this is an issue for people taking medications, prescribed or otherwise. For example, Ashwagandha may actually have side effects and interact with other medications. The manufacturer does not caution consumers to consult a physician before trying it.

Food State, Inc. does not provide a clear idea of what the product will cost nor does it offer a guarantee that a consumer will be able to return it if they are not satisfied.  All in all, the unanswered questions will leave potential customers with the feeling that there may be other products on the market that would be a better choice.

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Top Goiter Treatments

Top Goiter Treatments

A goiter can be toxic or non-toxic. A goiter that is non-toxic is simply an enlargement of the thyroid gland, which is not linked to malignancy or excessive production of the thyroid hormones. The thyroid gland can enlarge excessively and can be seen as a huge swelling in front of the neck. Normally, this gland is butterfly in shape, but with the enlargement, its shape can distort. There are a number of causes for goiter. In the past, the lack of iodine used to be the major culprit for this disorder but now it has become a rare occurrence because of the incorporation of iodized salt in our diet. Nowadays, rise in TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) level contribute to the formation of goiter mostly. This rise in TSH levels occursTop Goiter Treatments insidiously and can be precipitated by defective synthesis of thyroid hormones. TSH is synthesized by the pituitary gland and it can enlarge our thyroid gland.

Thyroid Drugs

Thyroid drugs can be used for the treatment of moderate or small sized goiter. These thyroid drugs mimic like thyroid hormones, thus sending signals to the pituitary to produce less TSH. This, in turn, leads to the stabilization of the size of the thyroid gland. This method will probably not shrink goiter but it will prevent it from enlarging any further.

Thyroid Surgery

Following are some indications for thyroid surgery:

  • If a person does not respond to the thyroid drugs, then the best, next step is to opt for the surgery.
  • Another major indication for the surgery is pressure symptoms, for example the compression of esophagus and trachea, caused by a grossly enlarged goiter. Such patients complain of symptoms, such as cough, change in the quality of voice, choking episodes while sleeping; because on lying down the heavy goiter occludes the trachea thus producing the difficulty in breathing.
  • The thyroid gland has two lobes. Either both or a single lobe can be enlarged due to goiter. If only one lobe is enlarged, this can lead to the displacement of trachea, which normally runs straight from our mouth to our lungs.
  • In some case, the enlarged goiter can even squeeze our blood vessels which are running through the neck. This is an important indication for the surgical removal.
  • Top Goiter TreatmentsMalignancy is always an indication for the removal of thyroid gland. So, if there is any suspicion of malignancy, go for the surgery.
  • In a multi-nodular goiter, the chances of malignancy are slightly less than five percent. Presence of a dominant nodule in a multi-nodular goiter, raises the suspicion of malignant goiter. Same principle applies for a scan showing a cold nodule in the thyroid gland.
  • Lastly, a goiter can be removed for the cosmetic reasons. Sometimes it can enlarge enough to be noticed as a swelling, mostly in the front and sides, of the neck. This mass, or swelling, can be seen with the naked eye, even before the pressure symptoms occur. This can be a source of unease for some people. They can try, either thyroid medications or the surgical removal of thyroid, for getting rid of their goiter.

Everything You Should Know About Hyperthyroidism

Everything You Should Know About Hyperthyroidism

Hyperthyroidism is a state in which our thyroid gland becomes hyperactive and secretes increased amounts of the thyroid hormones. Basically, the thyroid is a gland which is butterfly in shape and is located a little below our Adam’s apple, in front of our neck. The hormones released by this gland regulate our breathing, body temperature, heart rate, and metabolism, weight, nervous system and various other functions of our body. When our thyroid gland is hyperactive, the increased hormone production speeds up our bodily functions, thus causing the following symptoms:

  • Tremors of handEverything You Should Know About Hyperthyroidism
  • Excessive sweating
  • Rapid heart rate
  • Anxiety
  • Nervousness
  • Sleep problems
  • Loss of weight
  • Diarrhea
  • Mood swings
  • Irregular heart beat or palpitations
  • Dryness of the skin
  • Muscle weakness or fatigue
  • Trouble with sleep
  • Menstrual irregularities, such as no periods or light flow during periods.
  • Sometimes, a swelling might be present in front of the neck showing an underlying goiter.

Reasons Of Hyperthyroidism

Triiodothyronine and thyroxine, are also known as T3 and T4, respectively. These are thyroid hormones produced by the thyroid gland. Autoimmune disorder i.e. the Graves’ disease is the most usual cause of a hyperactive thyroid. In this condition, the body produces an antibody called TSI (thyroid stimulating immunoglobulin). TSI stimulates the thyroid to produces more thyroid hormones. It occurs mostly in middle- aged females and runs in kith and kin.
Either a toxic multi-nodular or nodular goiter can present as hyperthyroidism. Nodular goiters feel lumpy on palpitation during thyroid examination. Hyperthyroidism can also result from the thyroiditis. In addition to that, it can also occur in people who are taking medicines containing iodine (for example amiodarone) or those who consume lots of iodine (either in the form of supplement or iodine-rich foods). Lastly, some females can suffer from hyperthyroidism either during the pregnancy or during the first year following the birth of the baby.

Establishing The Diagnosis

Everything You Should Know About HyperthyroidismHyperthyroidism can be diagnosed on the basis of history of symptoms, physical examination of the thyroid gland and blood test for checking the levels of TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) and the thyroid hormones i.e. T4 and T3. In special cases, your physician might order a radioactive iodine uptake test or an ultrasound of the thyroid to examine it more closely for inflammation, nodules and hyperactivity.

Treatment Options For Hyperthyroidism

A hyperactive thyroid can be controlled with anti-thyroid drugs. These drugs can block the output of hormones from the thyroid gland. Examples of such drugs are propylthiouracil, methimazole etc. Nowadays, only pregnant women use propylthiouracil, during their first trimester. Another available option is therapy with the radioactive iodine. The radioactive iodine is taken up by the thyroid cells and thus it destroys them. In some instances, women were found to have side effects to the radioactive iodine or lack of response to such therapies. Such women must be offered thyroid surgery. In thyroid surgery, a part or whole of the thyroid gland is removed. The selection of treatment depends upon factors like age, symptoms, severity of the disease, underlying cause, presence of pregnancy, other co-morbidities and possible side effects of the medicines.