i had blood work done to check my thyroid,and it was normal can i still have a goiter?
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Goiter means your thyroid gland is big. You can have a goiter even with a normal thyroid function test. The only way to find out if there's anything in it is by ultrasound, thyroid scan or a biopsy if a prominent nodule can be felt. These tests are easy and totally painless except for a biopsy of course if needed.\n\nDont be scared you are young and most likely it is not a serious thing and is manageable by drugs. Flag signs for worrying are old age, history of thyroid cancer and shooting high thryoid function tests.
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while you are aware that your thyroid disease wont go away on its own,if the goiter isn't chocking you,you can eat a lot of fish that came from the ocean.there are some herbs but i do not put my faith in them,so  while i would like to answer your question better,i cant.still the best way is seeing a doctor.
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That is normal for a TSH.  Normal range for TSH is 4.5 to 12.5  So anything that falls between those two numbers is totally normal.
899478
I have low thyroid. caused from taking Radio Active Iodine for over active thyroid. My doctor per scribed Synthroid. which must be taken for life. Some blood pressure medicines interact with the Synthroid as well as Cholesterol Medication. If you have low thyroid you should be under the care of a doctor.
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Have a blood test to have your thyroid checked.  If you're hypothyroid you can be cold all the time.  Do some reading on the symptoms and see if you have any others.
225522
There are some signs and symptoms of thyroid problems, but no diagnostic way of confirming without blood work.\nLook up hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism on web for some of the signs.
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I had a similar problem, so I will tell you my story(hope it helps and doesn't bore you to death).  This all happened after I had my daughter...I don't know if pregnancy caused it or if it was just coincidental.  I first found out about my enlarged thyroid when I was sick.  I went to the doctor for being sick, and she told me my thyroid was enlarged and wanted to run tests.  I had felt it, but it wasn't that large at the time, so I just thought it was a swollen gland from infection.  I had my thyroid levels checked, and they were normal.  I went to an endocrinologist and he checked my levels again...normal.  At that time, he told me that my only option was to have it removed because he couldn't treat it with medicine if my levels were fine.  It wasn't very noticeable then, and I couldn't bare the thought of having my throat cut(he also told me insurance would not cover it because they would consider it 'cosmetic').  Anyway, over the course of the next 2-3 yrs, it gradually grew bigger and bigger.  I had my levels checked several more times and they were always normal.  I finally went to a new doctor, and she immediately referred me to a surgeon.  The first time I saw him, he said it needed to come out.  He said the larger it gets, the more chance there is of getting cancer in it.  He measured my thyroid and my left nodule was 6cm wide.  In January of last year, I had my entire thyroid removed leaving nothing but my parathyroid glands.  My thyroid had grown so large that it wrapped around my esophogus and surgery lasted 6 hrs.  I now take thyroid replacement hormones daily.  If it does not go down, I would highly recommend seeing a specialist.  The scar is barely noticeable.  They make the incision so that it fits right in with the wrinkles in your neck.  I hope this gave you a little insight. By the way, I was never diagnosed with anything other than a simple 'goiter'.
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i agree with the poster above who said that goiters can come from a lack of iodine.  however, the poster hasn't given the full story.\n\na nodule in the thyroid can be many things:  it can be a part of a multi-nodular goiter, as the poster said.  it can also be a primary hyperthyroid disease (such as Graves disease) or part of a thyroiditis.\n\nor it could be cancer.\n\nso, just taking more seaweed and fish won't necessarily be the best treatment.  i would get the nodule checked out by ultrasound.  depending on how big it is, a head and neck surgeon may elect to watch it or to take out part or all of your thyroid.\n\ngood luck
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wow, i did when i was 20 y/o, and it was scarey, but all went well with me, and now i'm doing great...just have to take a thyroid supplement every day, and make sure you have it checked reg. throughout your lifetime...for me, i had to have thyroid removed and then a radiation treatment (I-131)...not all people have to go through this step
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Has your thyroid problem been diagnosed by a doctor or is it just your own explanation? The thyroid hormone is available in a pill for those who don't have enough naturally. The doctor will monitor the amount of the hormone in your bloodstream by doing frequent blood tests. The medical term for what you lack is "TSH" for Thyroid Stimulating Hormone. It's a cheap prescription, if you really need it. There's a kind of seaweed called "kelp" that is marketed as helping to boost your metabolism. The reason it works is because it contains natural iodine (as iodized salt does) and that helps your body make more TSH. But BE CAREFUL. I seriously f***ed up my body by taking too much kelp supplements. Little did I know I had a genetic predisposition to get Grave's Disease (a form of low thyroid). In conclusion, see a doctor if you think you need a thyroid supplement. It's a cheap generic drug.
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There are 2 basic types of thyroid problems which can be caused by a number of things.\nHypothyroidism means your do not produce enough of the hormone.  You may feel tired, cold (esp in hands and feet), weight gain.  Basically your body's systems slow down.\nHyperthyroidism means you produce too much hormone.  Your body's systems speed up. You may feel nervous, hot, sweat more, can't sleep.\n\nBoth can cause problems with hair growth.\n\nYour doctor can give you a relatively inexpensive blood test to check you thyroid hormones - there are several involved.\n\nBest wishes and I hope this helps.
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You should contact your family practitioner.  They will probably take some blood tests and check for diabetes.  You may have a problem with you thyroid, too.  I wouldn't wait.  Make your appointment tomorrow!  Be sure to FAST (not eat or drink anything) after midnight tonight.  They need an accurate test and fasting is the best way to get the best reading.  Call and tell the receptionist you need to see the doctor immediately
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I went 5 1/2 monthes without a period because of weight loss. If he says you thyroid is fine, he probably also checked your full blood work and did a pregnancy test. You'll probably kick in eventually. My doctor said you can let it slide for about 6 months before he'd get worried about it. Good Luck!
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Graves disease is only one type of hyperthyroidism. It is an autoimmune disease where the body produces antibodies that keep the thyroid gland producing thyroxin. If you have seen an endocrinologist and the results show that your thyroid function is normal, then you thyroid function is normal, and you do not have thyroid disease. But endocrinology is tricky and make sure your doctor knows what he/she is doing.
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Maybe your Synthroid is not strong enough. Does your Dr. do blood work at least once a year to check it? I know this year mine was fine but he had to increase my Synthroid last year.
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Go see your doctor and get your thyroid checked, immediatly. You may have a medical issue and they can help. Don't wait, you will regret if something is wrong. Good Luck!
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What is Hashimoto's Thyroiditis?\nHashimoto's Thyroiditis is a type of autoimmune thyroid disease in which the immune system attacks and destroys the thyroid gland. The thyroid helps set the rate of metabolism, which is the rate at which the body uses energy. Hashimoto’s stops the gland from making enough thyroid hormones for the body to work the way it should. It is the most common thyroid disease in the U.S.\n\nWhat is an autoimmune disease?\nAn autoimmune disease occurs when the body's immune system becomes misdirected and attacks the organs, cells or tissues that it was designed to protect. About 75% of autoimmune diseases occur in women, most often during their childbearing years. \n\nWhat are the symptoms of Hashimoto's Thyroiditis?\nSome patients with Hashimoto's Thyroiditis may have no symptoms. However, the common symptoms are fatigue, depression, sensitivity to cold, weight gain, forgetfulness, muscle weakness, puffy face, dry skin and hair, constipation, muscle cramps, and increased menstrual flow. Some patients have major swelling of the thyroid gland in the front of the neck, called goiter.\n\nDoes this disease run in families?\nThere is some evidence that Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis can have a hereditary link. If autoimmune diseases in general run in your family, you are at a higher risk of developing one yourself. \n\nHow can I know for sure if I have this disease?\nYour doctor will perform a simple blood test that will be able to tell if your body has the right amount of thyroid hormones. This test measures the TSH (thyroid stimulating hormone) to find out if the levels are in the normal range. The range is set by your doctor and should be discussed with you. Work with your doctor to figure out what level is right for you. There are other available tests that your doctor may choose to do if need be, such as a blood test to measure the level of “active thyroid hormone” or Free T4 and a scan (picture) to look at the thyroid.\n\nWhat is the treatment for this disease?\nHypothyroidism caused by Hashimoto's Thyroiditis is treated with thyroid hormone replacement. A small pill taken once a day should be able to keep the thyroid hormone levels normal. This medicine will, in most cases, need to be taken for the rest of the patient's life. When trying to figure out the amount of hormone you need, you may have to return to your doctor several times for blood tests to guide adjustments in the medicine dose. It is important that the dose be right for you. A yearly visit to your doctor will help keep your levels normal and help you stay healthy overall. Be aware of the symptoms. If you note any changes or the return of symptoms, return to your doctor to see if you need to have your medicine dosage adjusted. \n\nWhat would happen without medication to regulate my thyroid function?\nIf left untreated, hyporthyroidism can cause further problems, including changes in menstrual cycles, prevention of ovulation, and an increased risk of miscarriage. Symptoms such as fatigue, depression and constipation, may progress and there can be other serious consequences, including heart failure. It is also important to know that too much thyroid replacement hormone can mimic the symptoms of hyperthyroidism. This is a condition that happens when there is too much thyroid hormone. These symptoms include insomnia, irritability, weight loss without dieting, heat sensitivity, increased perspiration, thinning of your skin, fine or brittle hair, muscular weakness, eye changes, lighter menstrual flow, rapid heart beat and shaky hands.