Treatment
Endocrine / Thyriod Treatment
The thyroid gland is located in the front of the neck and it produces thyroid hormone, which helps regulate the body’s metabolism.
Problems with the thyroid gland include too much (hyperthyroidism) or too little (hypothyroidism) thyroid hormone, inflammation of the thyroid gland (thyroiditis), thyroid nodules or lumps, or thyroid cancer.
What to Expect?
Depending on the symptoms you’re experiencing, your doctor may request blood tests, ultrasounds, or biopsies to diagnose your thyroid condition.
An underactive thyroid or hypothyroidism may result in slowly developing symptoms like:
- Tiredness
- Sensitivity to cold
- Weight gain
- Depression
- Muscle aches and weakness
- Dry skin, brittle hair, and nails
- Irregular or heavy periods in women
Symptoms of an overactive thyroid or hyperthyroidism may develop gradually or suddenly:
- Nervousness, anxiety, and irritability
- Hyperactivity
- Difficulty sleeping
- Fatigue
- Persistent thirst
- More frequent urination
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
About Endocrine/Thyroid Treatment
If you’re experiencing symptoms of an overactive or underactive thyroid, our providers are ready to help you manage your symptoms.
More than 12% of Americans will develop a thyroid condition in their lifetime according to the American Thyroid Association. That’s roughly 20 million people, 60% of which are unaware of their condition.
Yes and no. The balance between your weight and your thyroid is complex.
An overactive thyroid is associated with weight loss and an underactive thyroid can cause weight gain, but substantial weight loss and gain are not caused by thyroid disorders.