| Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) for Mary Shomon | |
Q. Where can I search for information?
A. Start at the Thyroid Search Center, located online at: http://thyroid.about.com/library/news/blsearch.htm
Q. Where can I find out more about your bestselling book, Living Well With Hypothyroidism: What Your Doctors Don't Tell You...That You Need to Know?
A.Information about the book, including a table of contents, and ordering information, is available online at the book's web page.
Q. Where can I get general information about thyroid disease?
Start at Thyroid Disease 101: Basic Information on Hypothyroidism, Hyperthyroidism, Nodules, Goiter, and Thyroid Cancer.
Q. Where should I go for more information on Hashimoto's disease, hypothyroidism, and underactive thyroid conditions?
A. There's lot of information at my website that can help you understand hypothyroidism / Hashimoto's Thyroiditis / thyroiditis / underactive thyroid problems, including hypothyroidism that is the result of thyroid surgery, radioactive iodine treatment (RAI) or antithyroid drugs, like Tapazole. Specifically, you might want to read:
- Basic Thyroid Information
- 15 Ways to Feel and Live Well With Hypothyroidism
- Six Questions You Ought to Ask Your Doctor...And How to Interpret the Answers
- Diagnosis: Hypothyroidism -- Answers to Some Common Questions
- "Hypothyroidism Symptoms Checklist"
Q. What should I do if I suspect that I have a thyroid problem, but my doctor won't test me, or my tests are in normal range?
Read: Could You Have a Thyroid Problem? The Dangers of "Explaining Away Your Symptoms" and HELP! My TSH Is "Normal" But I Think I'm Hypothyroid.
Q. What should I do if I'm having a hard time losing weight?
Inability to lose weight is the number one complaint of people who are hypothyroid. Despite treatment, many people continue experience weight gain or have difficulty losing weight, along with other symptoms in some cases. So, the first step in a weight loss effort is to make sure your hypothyroidism is being optimally treated. To explore this, start by reading Help, I'm Hypothyroid and I Still Don't Feel Well. Then, check out the Thyroid Weight Loss Center where you'll find books, articles, and programs to help -- including several diets you can start today, with all the information you need!
Q. What should I do if I'm being treated for thyroid problems, but I still don't feel well?
Start by reading Help, I'm Hypothyroid and I Still Don't Feel Well and 15 Ways to Feel and Live Well With Hypothyroidism.
Q. I want to find out more about Graves Disease/Hyperthyroidism?
Read my indepth, three part Frequently Asked Questions on Hyperthyroidism/Graves' Disease.
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At the forums, you'll find other people who've likely been through similar experiences, and can share their information, answers, support and advice.
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Other Questions: Please keep in mind that not being a doctor, I cannot diagnose, interpret lab values, give second opinions, provide customized medical or health research, personally recommend doctors, or offer medical advice. Please be sure to check the Thyroid Search Center and look around the site, in particular, read through my list of site articles before for assistance with your questions.
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