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How Is Hypothyroidism Diagnosed?

November 13, 2009 By admin 1 Comment

The thyroid gland produces 2 major hormones, Thyroxine (T4) and Triiodothyronine (T3).  These two hormones work inside the cells of the body , thyroids hormone helps the cells produce energy.  When there is not enough thyroid hormone produced like with hypothyroidism our bodies energy declines and the signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism presents itself.
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What are the symptoms of Grave’s disease?

January 12, 2009 By admin Leave a Comment

People with Graves’ disease may have some of the common symptoms of  hyperthyroidism such as:

nervousness or irritability
fatigue or muscle weakness
heat intolerance
trouble sleeping
hand tremors
rapid and irregular heartbeat
frequent bowel movements or diarrhea
weight loss
goiter, which is an enlarged thyroid that may cause the neck to look swollen

In addition, the eyes of people with Graves’ disease may appear enlarged ( Read More…)

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