Thyroid: Common Causes And When To See A Doctor
Find answers to commonly asked questions about the thyroid.
What is the Thyroid?
The thyroid is an endocrine gland in the neck. It has two lobes connected by an isthmus and is found at the front of the neck, below the Adam's apple. The thyroid secretes three hormones, two thyroid hormones (thyroxine/T4 and triiodothyronine/T3), and calcitonin.
Thyroid Facts – How is the Thyroid Designed and
What is its Function?
Thyroid complaints are more common in those with a family history of thyroid disease and people over the age of 60. It is also more common in middle-aged and older women but can affect people at any age.
There can be various reasons for the development of thyroid problems and determining the exact cause is essential to obtain proper treatment.
Thyroid conditions can arise when your thyroid produces too much of a hormone called hyperthyroidism or not enough. These are 4 common disorders relating to the thyroid- Hashimoto's disease, Graves' disease, goiter, and thyroid nodules.
Women are more likely to have a thyroid issue than men
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Thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) blood tests are really accurate.
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Most thyroid disorders cannot be prevented
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Thyroid issues during pregnancy must be treated
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Thyroid conditions should be properly managed
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Stress sand lifestyle factors can worsen thyroid conditions
Doctor Matters recommends Thyroid Support for men & women. It is a bespoke mix of ingredients formulated to support healthy energy levels, focus and clarity, and healthy thyroid hormone production.
The Thyroid Support formula contains a range of effective ingredients that hit all the notes:
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Ashwagandha for those in tune with Ayurveda;
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Schisandra for those who follow the wisdom of East Asia;
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L-Tyrosine for people keen on amino acids.
