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Hypothyroidism increases mortality risk among heart failure patients. Researcher Dr. Connie Rhee said, “Our data suggest that mild hypothyroidism may, in fact, be harmful in specific populations, including people with heart failure. A ‘one-size-fits-all’ approach may not be appropriate for assessing risk and determining whether treatment is required for subclinical hypothyroidism.” Hypothyroidism occurs when the ...click here to read more

Hypothyroidism is linked to diabetic nephropathy in type 2 diabetes. The researchers measured serum thyroid hormone levels and urinary albumin:creatinine ratio in 414 patients with type 2 diabetes. Thirty-six of the patients had subclinical hypothyroidism (SCH), and prevalence of diabetic nephropathy was greater among those in the subclinical hypothyroidism group. The authors concluded, “These findings ...click here to read more

Hypothyroidism risk increases in chronic kidney disease patients with declining kidney function. The study looked at a nationally representative cohort of 461,607 veterans with chronic kidney disease stages 3-5. The researchers found that each 10 mL/min/1.73 m2 lower estimated glomerular filtration rate (eGFR) was associated with an 18 percent increased risk of hypothyroidism in adjusted ...click here to read more

Congenital hypothyroidism in newborns is tied to excess maternal iodine supplements. Congenital hypothyroidism is a thyroid deficiency at birth. If not treated, it can contribute to neurocognitive impairments. The U.S Institute of Medicine recommends an upper limit of 1,100 µg of iodine during pregnancy to be safe for the fetus. Research conducted by Dr. Kara ...click here to read more

Hypothyroidism effects during pregnancy drive new guidelines for managing thyroid disease. There is growing evidence that insufficient thyroid hormone during pregnancy can have negative impact on the mother, the fetus, and future intellectual development of the child. Because of this, new guidelines have been recommended in order to better manage thyroid disease during pregnancy to ...click here to read more

Bel Marra Health’s weekly health news roundup includes stories about fibromyalgia, multiple sclerosis, IBD, hypothyroidism, and lump behind ear. In case you missed these trending stories, we have compiled them together for your peruse. These health news stories outline new treatment methods for fibromyalgia and multiple sclerosis, the causes and treatment for lumps found behind ...click here to read more

Hypothyroidism symptoms can lead to impaired driving similar to alcohol-induced DUI (driving under the influence). Hypothyroidism results from the insufficient hormone production by the thyroid gland, which can slow down many bodily processes including brain function. Until now, little research has been conducted on the extent of brain impairment and whether or not hypothyroidism patients ...click here to read more

Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) raises the risk of type 2 diabetes, according to a new study. The findings revealed that the risk still remained even in those patients who had their hormone levels under control. Hypothyroidism is characterized by the insufficient hormone production, which thus leads to a slower metabolism, which can contribute to weight gain. ...click here to read more

Hypothyroidism, bladder cancer, and multiple myeloma have been linked to Agent Orange herbicide exposure. On the other hand, the new findings do not support that spina bifida, a birth defect, may occur in offspring of veterans who served during the Vietnam War and were exposed to Agent Orange. The report is 1,115 pages long and ...click here to read more

Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid gland) treatment guidelines have been updated with new insights. The new insights come from researchers at Rush University Medical Center, which help improve treatment methods for hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism – the thyroid’s underproduction of essential hormones for bodily functions – affects nearly 10 million Americans. Traditional treatment of hypothyroidism involves regular supplementation of ...click here to read more

This time around, our weekly health news roundup overviews a broad range of conditions, namely, shingles, ulcerative colitis, thyroid disease, hernia, and insomnia, along with related symptoms to look out for, information you need to know about treatments and recovery, and – something we don’t think about that often – the associated socioeconomic implications. You ...click here to read more

Hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism are two common forms of thyroid diseases, which – if left unmanaged – can make daily living quite challenging. Hypothyroidism is also known as an underactive thyroid, meaning the thyroid doesn’t produce enough hormones, thus slowing down bodily functions. In hyperthyroidism – overactive thyroid – the thyroid overproduces thyroid hormones, which in ...click here to read more

The thyroid gland is prone to two main disorders: hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) and hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid). In hypothyroidism, the thyroid does not produce enough hormones causing many bodily functions to perform slower. In hyperthyroidism, too many hormones are being produced causing bodily systems to overwork. To better understand the detrimental effects of either condition, it’s ...click here to read more

Hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s thyroiditis is linked to rheumatoid arthritis and increased depression symptoms. It is well known that if a person has one autoimmune disease their risk of developing another is much greater compared to those individuals without an autoimmune disease. Individuals with rheumatoid arthritis are more likely to develop hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) or Hashimoto ...click here to read more