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Has Anyone Ever Been Told to Take Their Temperature to Check Their Thyroid?

By Expert HERWriter April 27, 2008 - 4:01pm
 
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I was just told today by a very close friend of mine to take my temperature in the morning before I get out of bed.
She said it would help me detect a thyroid disorder.
Has anyone ever heard of this?
Did did it work for you?

Thanks so much,

Michelle

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Visiting one's doctor is always a good idea. miacadwell, can you offer any other tips for dealing with hyperthyroidism? Thanks.

April 30, 2008 - 11:48am

If you are concerned about your thyroid I would recommend going to your general doctor and getting a blood test. If your thyroid levels are off then you can talk to an endocrinologist to determine treatment options.
I have hyperthyroidism and have never heard of taking my temperature to detect a disorder.

April 30, 2008 - 11:14am
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Low body temperature has reportedly been linked to a condition called Wilson's Syndrome but it has not been substantiated. Also, some naturopaths say that a lower body temperature (two to four degrees lower than normal) may also be linked to a slower metabolism and a thyroid disorder.

April 28, 2008 - 10:43am
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