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1. All about Hyperthyroidism in Women June 30, 2009 What is hyperthyroidism and what causes such an ailment in women? Hyperthyroidism is actually a condition that can occur in both men and women but is more prevalent in females. As the term implies, this condition is due to a hyper active thyroid, which in turn produces hormones beyond the normal level it should be producing them. Also called thyrotoxicosis, this problem can be easily diagnosed with some of the telltale symptoms that indicate a person has it. Hyperthyroidism Symptoms and Signals To be able to tell if a woman has hyperthyroidism, there are a few symptomatic combinatio... (read more) Author: James Pendergraft

2. Understanding the Relationship Between Hyperthyroidism and Weight Gain June 22, 2009 The ailment known as hypothyroidism is something that more women than men experience and this is due to a hyper active thyroid gland. The reasons why a woman may suffer from hyperthyroidism may vary and some of these reasons often have certain symptoms that women find hard to cope with. Some women who have hyperthyroidism experience weight loss when they find that they have this ailment. But what is the relationship between weight gain and this problem? Is it true that some women do not lose weight with this problem but instead gain weight from it? Weight Problems Due to Hyperthyroidism ... (read more) Author: James Pendergraft

3. The Causes and Treatment of Hair Loss in Young Women June 19, 2009 Hair loss or alopecia is a sensitive subject among menopausal women of whom about 1 in 3 will experience the symptoms of thinning or balding locks. Unlike men, who can start exhibiting symptoms of alopecia in their teenage years, women usually start in their thirties and forties. When a woman begins to lose her hair before the age of thirty, it is considered premature and can be an overwhelming experience. The best first step is to understand why it is happening.The most common causes for hair loss in young women are medications and illnesses. Medicine for hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidis... (read more) Author: Seth Carmichael

4. What Can Cause Female Hair Loss June 19, 2009 Hair loss in men is usually caused by hereditary factors. For women, however, doctors say that genetics rarely cause female hair loss. Hair loss in women is usually a sign that there is something else wrong in the body. Sometimes, the condition can be helped as in the case of nutrient deficiency. At other times, it may not be so simple. Hormones can cause female hair loss, especially relating to the thyroid gland. Women affected by hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism usually experience significant hair loss. In addition, any sort of estrogen imbalance can cause female hair loss whe... (read more) Author: Seth Carmichael

5. How Your Thyroid Will Affect Your Weight Loss June 15, 2009 Your thyroid dictates much of your metabolism, any malfunction or disease afflicting this area may cause you to have problems with your metabolism leading to a drastic problem with your weight. You may either gain weight, lose weight, or may find that losing weight is harder than usual. Those that plan diets do not take into consideration how their thyroids and metabolism may affect their weight loss program. Most experts and even the media pitch in and recommend that the best way to lose weight is cut calories. Those with a condition called hyperthyroidism suffer from an overactiv... (read more) Author: Joe Muetzel

6. Thyroid problems April 14, 2009 Thyroid disease is prevalent throughout the world afflicting more women than men.Let us study in this web page about hyperthyroidism and storm thyroid,hypothyroidism,TSH thyroid levels testing and some of the other disorders so that we have some basic idea about this disease which might help us in knowing what to expect when ourselves or our near and dear ones are afflicted. What is thyroid disease and how does it affect our body? The thyroid gland is situated in the lower neck in front of the wind pipe.Thyroid gland produces metabolism controlling hormones thyroxine or T4,triiodoth... (read more) Author: chandrasekaran rajamani

7. The Relationship Between Thyroid and Weight Reduction January 30, 2009 Have you been trying for years to lose weight with no success? Maybe its time to have your thyroid tested. Our metabolism is controlled largely by our thyroid gland and any problems with that gland can cause weight problems. This may include a gain in weight, loss of weight, or hardship in losing weight. Many of the standard diets and the diet companies that tout their products do so without considering the affect of the metabolism of the individual. The majority stick to the theory of cutting calories and increasing exercise. If there is a problem with the thyroid, however, this may be a... (read more) Author: Anne Wolski

8. Body & Health: Your Thyroid and Weight loss - The Connection is Real December 20, 2008 Your thyroid dictates much of your metabolism, any malfunction or disease afflicting this area may cause you to have problems in metabolism leading to a drastic problem with your weight – you may either gain weight, lose weight, or may find that losing weight is harder than usual. Those that plan diets do not take into consideration how their thyroids and metabolism may affect their weight loss program. Most experts and even the media pitch in and recommend that the best way to lose weight is cut calories. Those with a condition called hyperthyroidism suffer from an overactive thyro... (read more) Author: Nicholas Tan

9. Feline Owner's Guide to Hypothyroidism in Cats November 24, 2008 Hypothyroidism in cats occurs when the thyroid gland produces too few hormones. This condition is quite rare. Although it isn't life-threatening, it will significantly reduce your cat's quality of life. So, what exactly causes this condition to occur when it does? Causes Ironically, hypothyroidism in cats is usually caused by medical treatments for hyperthyroidism. Hyperthyroidism occurs when the gland produces too many hormones. It is treated with radioactive iodine or surgery to remove all thyroid tissue. This in turn causes hypothyroidism. Two other common causes include tu... (read more) Author: Darrin Swain

10. An Owner's Guide to Hyperthyroidism in Cats November 21, 2008 Hyperthyroidism in cats occurs when one of the thyroid glands become overactive. This endocrine disease is relatively common, especially in middle-aged to older cats. If left untreated, this condition can lead to heart failure and death. You may be wondering what could cause your cat to develop this disease. Causes The most common cause of this condition is development of adenomas in the thyroid gland. Adenomas are groups of benign, or non-cancerous cells. Hyperthyroidism can also be caused by cancerous cells growing in the gland. However, this is a very rare situation. So, wh... (read more) Author: Darrin Swain

11. Blindness in Cats - Five Common Causes of Feline Blindness November 17, 2008 Cats naturally have superior vision. However, there are various conditions that can cause blindness in cats. Some of these conditions include hypertension, glaucoma, and cancer. Let's take a look at some of these causes of feline blindness. Hypertension Hypertension, or high blood pressure, is one of the leading causes of blindness in cats. If left untreated, the pressure can cause the retina to rupture. This can occur in just a matter of days. Cats that have kidney disease, diabetes, or hyperthyroidism have the highest risk of developing hypertension. An early sign that your ca... (read more) Author: Darrin Swain

12. Graves' disease Detailed Information September 10, 2008 Graves' disease is an autoimmune disease characterized by a metabolic imbalance resulting from overproduction of thyroid hormones (thyrotoxicosis). Graves' disease is rarely life-threatening. Graves' disease is more common in women and usually starts after age 20. Graves' disease can have a result on various parts of the body such as the nervous system, eyes, skin, hair/nails, lungs, digestive system, muscles/bones and reproductive system. Graves’s disease is the most familiar cause of hyperthyroidism. The production of thyroid hormone is augmented, causing a broad range of symptoms from nervo... (read more) Author: Juliet Cohen

13. Causes of rapid weight loss August 10, 2008 1. Weight loss due to gastrointestinal or digestive diseases and disorders If you have a condition such as irritable bowel syndrome, celiac disease, Crohn’s disease or colitis, you may have persistent diarrhea or other GI complications. These are likely symptoms of malabsorption and may lead to weight loss. A gastroenterologist can confirm or rule out the presence of these diseases. Viral and bacterial infections, hormonal changes and various digestive disorders can all make you nauseated. 2. Hyperthyroidism causing weight loss When the thyroid gland overproduces certain hormones, unex... (read more) Author: Rupali Wagh

14. Natural Cures for Thyroid Disorder July 30, 2008 Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid disease) is a condition in which the thyroid gland fails to produce enough thyroid hormone. The inadequate functioning of the thyroid gland can slow the intellectual functions. In addition to the memory disorders, the disease manifests particularly by a lack of appetite, chronic fatigue, muscle weakness, constipation, intolerance to cold, dry and rough skin, a hoarse voice and brittle hair. The symptoms may vary from mild to severe. Hyperthyroidism or thyrotoxicosis is a condition which is more common in women of age group 30 to 50 years. Such individu... (read more) Author: Rick hutch

15. Acupuncture and Pregnancy July 11, 2008 Acupuncture is the insertion of ultra-thin, sterile needles into specific acupuncture points on the body which live in on channels or meridians, these are pathways in both the exterior and interior of the body. These points, when needled, can manage the way in which the body functions. Acupuncture helps by addressing problems that affect birthrate such as hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism. Acupuncture can be used to treat any type of fertility disorder involving spasmed tubes. Acupuncture is frequently combined with herbs to handle raised follicle stimulating hormone, repeated pregnancy depart... (read more) Author: Juliet Cohen

16. Using Herbs to Treat Hypothyroidism June 27, 2008 Hyperthyroidism is characterized by an overactive thyroid gland and increased circulating levels of thyroid hormone. In general, hyperthyroidism is more common in young adults between the age of 20 and 40, and is found more often in women than in men. Clinically, the patient will exhibit signs and symptoms such as increased heart rate, increased blood pressure, moist skin, perspiration, nervousness, increased appetite, weight loss, insomnia, diarrhea,weakness, thickened skin, bulging eyes and confusion, Enlargement of the thyroid gland and protrution of the eyes are two diagnostic symptoms tha... (read more) Author: sam nickel6

17. Information on Hyperthyroidism June 27, 2008 Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone. Thyroid hormones affect the metabolic processes of the body. Hypothyroidism can be caused by conditions of the thyroid as well as other disease which may indirectly affect the thyroid. Women are affected by hypothyroidism more than men, especially as they age. The incidence of hypothyroidism increases significantly in the elderly. Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the body lacks sufficient thyroid hormone. Since the main purpose of thyroid hormone is to "run the body's metabolism", it i... (read more) Author: sam nickel6

18. Beri Beri - it's causes, symptoms and treatment April 16, 2008 What is Beri Beri? Beriberi is a vitamin deficiency disease in which the body does not have enough thiamine (vitamin B1). Beriberi literally means "I can't, I can't" in Singhalese, which reflects the crippling effect it has on its victims. Thiamine serves as a coenzyme in the chemical pathway responsible for the metabolism of carbohydrates. Persons may become deficient in thiamine either by not ingesting enough vitamin B-1 through the diet or by excess use, which may occur in hyperthyroidism, pregnancy, lactation, or fever. Prolonged diarrhea may impair the body's ability to absorb vitami... (read more) Author: Peter Hutch

19. Hyperthyroidism - Causes, Symptoms And Treatment April 04, 2008 Hyperthyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland becomes overactive and secretes excessive amounts of the hormone thyroxine. The thyroid is a small, somewhat butterfly-shaped structure located at the base of the neck. The hormone it produces, thyroxine, is converted in the liver into another hormone, tri-iodothuronine, which regulates metabolism. If the thyroid produces too much thyroxine, this ultimately throws the baby's metabolic processes into overdrive and speeds up many of the functions of the body. The thyroid gland is located in the front of the neck, just below the laryn... (read more) Author: Peter Hutch

20. Are You Suffering From Hyperhidrosis? April 03, 2008 Hyperhidrosis or excessive sweating affects about two percent of the population. Often it is limited to certain body areas like the palms, soles, armpits, nose and groin. It is sometimes inherited,but in most cases no genetic link can be established. Excessive sweating or hyperhidrosis can be secondary to a medical condition like menopause or hyperthyroidism and usually occurs with one any precipitating medical condition. It rarely causes problems in other parts of the body because excessive although mildly embarrassing, at times it is often just an inconvenience. Excessive sweating of th... (read more) Author: Arnold Cafe

21. Hyperthyroidism - Causes, Symptoms And Treatment March 31, 2008 Hyperthyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland becomes overactive and secretes excessive amounts of the hormone thyroxine. The thyroid is a small, somewhat butterfly-shaped structure located at the base of the neck. The hormone it produces, thyroxine, is converted in the liver into another hormone, tri-iodothuronine, which regulates metabolism. If the thyroid produces too much thyroxine, this ultimately throws the baby's metabolic processes into overdrive and speeds up many of the functions of the body. The thyroid gland is located in the front of the neck, just below the laryn... (read more) Author: Peter Hutch

22. Therapy For Graves Disease March 28, 2008 Graves disease is an autoimmune disorder that involves overactivity of the thyroid gland (hyperthyroidism). It occurs when your immune system mistakenly attacks your thyroid gland and causes it to overproduce the hormone thyroxine. he other causes of thyroid hormone excess are described in other sections of this book. Excess thyroid hormone causes a widespread disturbance in metabolism, since thyroid hormone effectively regulates the metabolic level in the body. Several factors can influence a person's susceptibility to Graves' disease. Hormone levels are probably important in the initiation o... (read more) Author: Juliet Cohen

23. Dieting: Your Thyroid and Weight loss - The Connection is Real March 18, 2008 Your thyroid dictates much of your metabolism, any malfunction or disease afflicting this area may cause you to have problems in metabolism leading to a drastic problem with your weight – you may either gain weight, lose weight, or may find that losing weight is harder than usual. Those that plan diets do not take into consideration how their thyroids and metabolism may affect their weight loss program. Most experts and even the media pitch in and recommend that the best way to lose weight is cut calories. Those with a condition called hyperthyroidism suffer from an overactive thyro... (read more) Author: Nicholas Tan

24. Hypothyroidism March 14, 2008 Low thyroid function, medically termed hypothyroidism, affects millions of women especially during the peri-menopausal and post-menopausal years. It has been usually treated in the conventional way by isolating the thyroid from the rest of the body. When it is approached holistically, however, often the problem can be cured before it becomes a permanent problem. Hypothyroidism is commonly described as an under active or slow thyroid, but there is more to it than just thyroid activity. Sometimes the problem is thyroid hormone imbalance. It is primarily caused by the underproduction of the... (read more) Author: Matthew Romberg

25. Treatments For Hyperthyroidism March 10, 2008 Hyperthyroidism is a circumstance caused by the effects of overly more thyroid hormone on tissues of the system. Hyperthyroidism is causing an overactive altitude increase and increased velocity of all the system's organs and intestines. The circumstance sometimes surfaces after a transmission or pregnancy. The trouble is more popular among women and in folk with a household story of hyperthyroidism. Hyperthyroidism or thyrotoxicosis occurs when the thyroid releases overly many of its hormones over a brief (intense) or lengthy (chronic) period of moment. Many diseases and conditions can induce... (read more) Author: Juliet Cohen

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