The Hypothyroidism Handbook

The Hypothyroidism Handbook

Hardback (14 Jun 2015)

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Publisher's Synopsis

Do you have hypothyroidism? Hypothyroidism is a medical condition characterized by a disorder in the endocrine system which causes the thyroid gland to be unable to produce sufficient thyroid hormones known as thyroxine (T4) and triodothyronine (T3). The signs and symptoms are varied and in some children, When suspected, the method used for diagnosis is through a series of blood tests that measure the thyroxine levels in the blood and the thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH). The most common cause of hypothyroidism is insufficient supply of iodine in the diet. There are other possible causes of hypothyroidism including injury to the hypothalamic area of the brain, history on radioactive iodine treatment, injury to the anterior pituitary gland, inborn thyroid malfunction, medications and history of thyroid surgery. Want to know more? Well stay calm, there are numerous treatments available to you so download now and begin with the treatment that works for you!

Book information

ISBN: 9781329125766
Publisher: Lulu Press
Imprint: Lulu.com
Pub date:
Language: English
Number of pages: 62
Weight: 249g
Height: 229mm
Width: 152mm
Spine width: 8mm