Hypothyroidism / Hashimotos (17)
When your thyroid is unable to produce some or all needed thyroid hormone, your thyroid has been surgically removed or treated with radioactive iodine, and you now take thyroid hormone replacement (like levothyroxine), you are considered hypothyroid. Thyroid patient advocate Mary Shomon helps you learn about hypothyroidism, plus the autoimmune Hashimoto's disease that often causes hypothyroidism.
Symptoms & Risks (39)
From fatigue, weight changes, and neck fullness to depression, anxiety and hair loss, thyroid disease can cause many symptoms. There are also a variety of risk factors that predispose you to develop thyroid disease. Find out more about the symptoms and risks of various thyroid conditions from thyroid patient advocate Mary Shomon.
Basic Info /Thyroid 101 (60)
Your starting point for basic and introductory information on thyroid disease, including hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, goiter, nodules, thyroid cancer, diagnosis, and thyroid treatment. The information has been assembled by thyroid patient advocate Mary Shomon.
Thyroid Drugs & Treatments (65)
A look at the various drugs and treatments used for thyroid conditions, including hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, goiter, nodules, thyroid cancer, and autoimmune thyroid disease, developed by thyroid patient advocate Mary Shomon.
Lose Weight Successfully (29)
Having a thyroid condition -- hypothyroidism in particular -- can make losing weight more of a challenge. Thyroid patient advocate Mary Shomon helps you find out the unique and successful ways thyroid patients can lose weight and keep it off.
Hyperthyroidism / Graves (25)
Graves' disease is an autoimmune disease that can cause overactivity of the thyroid -- hyperthyroidism. Here is a listing of the key resources that focus on Graves' disease and hyperthyroidism, as well as related issues including thyroid storm, Graves ophthalmopathy, radioactive iodine (RAI) treatment, antithyroid drugs like PTU and methimazole, thyroidectomy, and thyroid arterial embolization.
Get Tested and Diagnosed (28)
There are a number of tests for thyroid conditions, including blood tests, x-ray tests, imaging, biopsies, and more. Thyroid patient advocate Mary Shomon will help you learn more about how doctors test your thyroid, and how they use this information to diagnose your thyroid condition.
Cancer / Goiter / Nodules (45)
Learn about thyroid conditions, including thyroid cancer, an enlarged thyroid known as a goiter, thyroid nodules and lumps, and other conditions that affect the thyroid. The information is assembled by thyroid patient advocate Mary Shomon.
Alternative / Holistic Info (56)
There is a wealth of alternative, holistic and complementary medical approaches to diagnosis and treatment of thyroid conditions. Mary Shomon has put together this guide to holistic approaches, including non-traditional treatments, innovative diagnostic methods, herbal medicine, yoga, supplements, and more.
Hormone / Fertility / Women (26)
Thyroid disease is interrelated with women's hormones, and can have an impact on menstrual cycles, fertility, estrogen/progesterone levels, successful pregnancy and/or miscarriage, the ability to breastfeed and menopause. Thyroid patient advocate Mary Shomon will help you learn about hormonal conditions, and how to successfully become pregnant and breastfeed with a thyroid condition.
Endocrine / Autoimmune (11)
Thyroid disease is one of many endocrine conditions, including diabetes, adrenal fatigue, osteoporosis, infertility, polycystic ovary syndrome, and others. Hashimoto's and Graves' disease are the most common causes of thyroid disease, and most common autoimmune diseases. Thyroid patient advocate Mary Shomon has assembled this information about endocrine conditions and autoimmune disease.
Related Conditions (78)
There are a number of conditions that are more common in thyroid patients, or that are related to thyroid disease. From carpal tunnel syndrome, to mitral valve prolapse, to depression, thyroid disease patient advocate Mary Shomon has assembled information about conditions that may remain unresolved after diagnosis, or may point to a thyroid condition.
News & Controversies (107)
There are new developments all the time related to thyroid disease. New research, information about class action lawsuits, drug recalls, and ongoing controversies are regularly in the news and medical journals. Thyroid patient advocate Mary Shomon helps you find this important information that all thyroid patients need.
Find & Learn From Doctors (81)
Finding a terrific doctor to treat your thyroid disease is an essential part of your effort to live well. Here, you'll find the best resources to help you in your search for the best thyroid doctors. Thyroid patient advocate Mary Shomon will help you find information so you can learn from and deal effectively with doctors, and enjoy the best possible outcome for your thyroid disease.
Books / Support / Resources (52)
Find information on books and newsletters related to thyroid disease, autoimmune disease, endocrine conditions and weight loss. Thyroid patient advocate Mary Shomon assembles online and in-person thyroid support groups, and other informational resources for thyroid patients regarding thyroid disease and its related symptoms and treatments.
