HerArticle

Dita Faulkner
More From This Member
Send Message

Her Writer

Thyroid Problems and Treatment

If tested and the thyroid is underactive, doctors prescribe regular doses of T4. Sometimes monitoring is necessary in order to get the dosage right. If tests show that the thyroid is overactive, a thyroid scan is obtained (provided the patient is not pregnant or breastfeeding). A biopsy is done to rule out malignancy.

If cancer is present, treatment options include drugs, surgery, chemo and radioactive iodine. If there is no cancer, just an overactive thyroid, medication can ease the symptoms. Lastly, another treatment option for an overactive thyroid is the destruction of thyroid cells to level off gland production, or total removal. Whatever the case, please be proactive with your doctor to make the best decision for your lifestyle.

We are all interested in women's issues - if we weren't, we wouldn't be visiting this website. To view more information on women's issues or just a woman's point of view put to poetry, please visit the following sites:

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/1776292/the_true_role_of_news_c...

http://www.blurb.com/my/book/detail/623276

Thanks!

We value and respect the experiences of all of our HerWriters, but everyone is different. Many of our writers are speaking from personal experience, and what's worked for them may not work for you. Their articles are not a substitute for medical advice although we hope you can gain knowledge from their insight.

CONNECT with Women Interested inThyroid Conditions

Diane Porter

Thyroid Conditions Guide