overwork, or stress. For individuals with hypothyroidism, fatigue is a way of life. There never seems to be enough energy. But, you don’t have to feel this way. For those who suffer from hypothyroidism, there is HOPE. The following presentation will help this class in the teaching of a patient with hypothyroidism. The expected outcome of this presentation for the patient will be as follows: Each individual will verbalize understanding of hypothyroidism and the importance of treatment compliance
Hypothyroidism Hypothyroidism, also known as underactive thyroid is a condition of the endocrine system, in which the thyroid gland is located. The gland can be found in front of the trachea and just below the Adams apple. This gland produces thyroxine (T4) and tri- iodothyronine (T3) which helps secretes hormones to the body (Mendes, 2015). “Hypothyroidism is caused by the thyroid gland not being able to produce enough T3 and T4 to the body; it can also be caused by the inadequate production of
Diagnosis begins with a physical exam and medical history. A doctor may find a goiter, a swelling due to an enlarged thyroid gland, during a physical exam along with the symptoms suggesting hypothyroidism. Some tests physicians may run include blood tests, TSH tests, T4 tests, antithyroid antibody tests, a CT scan and an ultrasound. The blood drawn from the blood tests reveals an increase in antibodies against thyroid proteins. (Hashimoto's Thyroiditis
Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism The thyroid gland is part of the endocrine system, and it is controlled by the pituitary which is known as the “master gland” of the endocrine system. The pituitary controls the thyroid by producing Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) which stimulates the production of thyroid hormones. . The thyroid gland secretes two main hormones: Thyroxine (T4) and Tri-Iodothyronine (T3). These hormones increase metabolic rate, heat production, oxygen consumption, appetite, growth
Hypothyroidism is a silent but effective disease that affects many every day. As a person who has the disease, I have experienced firsthand its symptoms and the pain it brings. When I was first diagnosed, I was afraid that the worst was going to happen. On average, your hormone levels are supposed to be around 4. When I was measured, it was at a 15. Being who I am I looked up the worst case scenarios of hypothyroidism and scared myself crazy. It wasn’t until my doctor let me know that it was a very
Hypothyroidism Impact on Public Health The thyroid organ, though small, impacts every cell in the body by providing metabolism regulation (endocrine web). This butterfly-shaped, endocrine organ located at the neck, secretes hormones to control the body’s metabolism - or the way the body uses energy that help the body with energy, manage heat, and help organs such as the heart and brain function properly (thyroid.org). When not functioning properly, thyroid dysfunctions occur disrupting the three
What is the difference in symptoms between hyperthyroid or hypothyroid? Hyperthyroidism: Hyperthyroidism is a condition caused by overproduction of thyroid hormone. The common cause of hyperthyroidism includes, Graves’ disease, toxic adenoma and toxic multinodular goiter. Graves’ disease is the common cause of hyperthyroidism in the United States. Adrenergic symptoms such as palpitations, tachycardia, tremor, anxiety, jitteriness, heat intolerance, diaphoresis, stare, lid lag, and hyperdefecation
Hypothyroidism is a disease in which the thyroid gland produces and releases insufficient amounts of the thyroxine hormone – causing the body’s metabolism to slow. This decrease in hormonal activity can cause further developmental and health problems as thyroxine is an important growth hormone. Hypothyroidism is not gender skewed, it can occur in either sex – at any age – however it is most often apparent among middle aged women (Litin, 1017). There are many signs and symptoms that arise from this
1) post-ablative hypothyroidism – uncontrolled drug therapy problem – safety: dose too high – NM is experiencing hyperthyroidism symptoms such as improved energy and motivation, loss weight, increased heart rate, excessive and frequent stools, low TSH, high free T4 because her 112mcg dose of levothyroxine is too high. The treatment goal is to maintain TSH, T4 free within normal range without experiencing any symptomatic side effects such as fatigue, weight gain, decreased heart rate, depression
Hypothyroidism and its Treatment Disorders of thyroid hormone levels are one of the more commonly seen endocrine issues is patients.1 Thyroid hormones are synthesized in the thyroid gland and are then released at a rate of about 80 micrograms of T4, and 4 micrograms of T3 daily. Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH), which is released from the anterior pituitary, is responsible for stimulating the release of thyroid hormones. In normal patients negative feedback of TSH would occur when the thyroid hormone
regulated, a thyroid disorder develops such as hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. Hypothyroidism develops when the thyroid gland does not produce enough of certain hormones. (“Hypothyroidism”, n.d.). Hypothyroidism can be broken down even further. The two types of hypothyroidism are congenital hypothyroidism or acquired hypothyroidism. According to Porth 2011, “Congenital hypothyroidism develops prenatally and is present at birth. Acquired hypothyroidism develops later in life because of primary
Thyroid Disorders Many people probably are not familiar with thyroid disorders. They might not even be aware of any family history of thyroid disorders. There are several types of thyroid disorders which can affect men, women, and children. Thyroid disorders are commonly found in women. Everyone should know their family history and get their thyroid checked regularly. A thyroid disorder is an autoimmune condition related to the thyroid gland. A thyroid disorder impacts the metabolic processes. About
The endocrine system interacts with the nervous system to coordinate and integrate the activity of body cells. Unlike the nervous system, which sends signals chemically and electrically, the endocrine system sends signals only via chemical stimulants called hormones. These hormones are secreted by the cells into any extracellular fluids, which then travel through the blood to regulate any metabolic activity. Hormones have a diverse and widespread affect like controlling reproduction, growth, development
Thyroxine (Eutroxrig Tablets) Use: Thyroxine is used as a replacement or supplemental in hypothyroidism of any aetiology, except transient hypothyroidism during the recovery phase of subacute thyroiditis Specific indications include primary, secondary, and tertiary hypothyroidism and subclinical hypothyroidism. Action: - Levothyroxine is a man-made form of thyroxine, a hormone that is produced naturally in the body by the thyroid gland. - Levothyroxine replaces missing thyroxine in people whose
anymore. While the most common use of HRT is the replacement of the estrogen hormone in postmenopausal women, it has found use in many other clinical applications. Some of these include thyroid hormone replacement therapy in patients suffering from hypothyroidism and androgen replacement therapies in treating male hypogonadal disorders. HRT is a very vast and expansive subject. Through this paper, an attempt is made to discuss some hormonal replacement therapies, their uses and side effects. I. The need
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I interviewed my good friend Nayab at the Undergraduate Student Government Office, here at Hunter College. Nayab suffers from hypothyroidism. It should be noted that I have a mild case myself, so I am very familiar with her complaints and experiences. She felt comfortable being interviewed with two of our friends in the room, but I was worried it would influence her responses to my questions, making the atmosphere less personal and intimate. Despite my apprehension, she answered rather openly and
inappropriately makes it over active. A symptom of a thyroid condition is a protuberance on the neck, located in the center called a goiter. An increase in the heart rate is a symptom as well, according to the National Library of Medicine (NLM). Hypothyroidism Is the opposite of graves’ disease, and occurs when not enough hormones are produced by the thyroid gland. Causing the human body’s function to decrease or possibly stop it for good, Hershman said. Another disease that can affect the thyroid
Hypothyroidism Hypothyroidism is a chronic disease that is part of the endocrine system. Hypothyroidism is due low or lack of tri-iodothryonine (T3) and tetraiodothyronine (T4) thyroid hormones being produced by the thyroid gland. The lack of thyroid hormones could be due to iodine or thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) deficiency or underactive thyroid gland (Sherwood, 2012). Thyroid hormones T3 and T4 are involved in almost every part of the body. It is ten times more prevalent in female than male
down all your body functions. This condition is called HYPOTHYROIDISM. It’s the most common type of thyroid disease. WHAT IT DOES? Shortage of sufficient thyroid hormones