Thyroid

Tara Tate Megan Brejcha Anatomy & Physiology II 13512 F17 Thyroid Disorders: An Overview The thyroid gland is a small x-shaped gland that lies in the front of the neck and is part of the body’s endocrine system. Located below the Adam’s apple along the trachea, the thyroid consists of two lobes joined by an isthmus, or middle section. It is an important gland in that it regulates metabolism and growth and affects almost every organ of the body. The thyroid uses iodine in the food we eat to produce vital hormones like thyroxine or T4 and triiodothyronine, T3, both of which regulate the speed at which your cells metabolic processes function. The thyroid itself is regulated by the pituitary gland and hypothalamus and functions on a feedback system. Much like a thermostat, the body responds to the thyroid’s underproduction of hormones by causing the hypothalamus to produce a hormone called TRH (thyrotropin releasing hormone) which stimulates the pituitary gland to produce TSH (thyroid stimulating…

Genetics plays a large role in the function of the thyroid gland along with environmental factors. The thyroid is a very important gland in the body that I largely overlooked. It plays an important role in hormone balance and metabolism and any imbalance can largely affect the rest of the body. This paper will address the four major types of autoimmune disease associated with the thyroid and the genes and environmental influences that play a role in these diseases. First off, where is exactly…

Thyroid Imbalances I chose this article to summarize because I am very interested in thyroid imbalances as I was tested for Hypothyroidism. This article helped me in understanding more about why the thyroid hormones do in the body and the signs and symptoms of each condition. Hyperthyroidism is an overstimulation of the sympathetic nervous system and metabolic rate. Hypothyroidism is an autoimmune disorder, which is caused from a decrease in metabolic rate and causes edema. While caring for a…

Receiving a diagnosis of either hypo or hyper thyroid can be a mixed blessing. On one hand the individual may be relieved to know what has been causing so many health issues, yet on the other hand it can mean a lifetime of a new medication regimen. The thyroid gland is located at the front of the neck and shaped like a small butterfly, and is part of the endocrine system which works to regulate metabolism. Thyroid disease is said to affect 20 million Americans, and more than half of those…

leave it out of your diet completely. Foods can have negative effects on the thyroid There are not many that you have to avoid, but you will want to eat these in moderation to prevent any negative effects. You should limit foods that contain goitrogens to small amounts and make sure to cook them this will decrease their affects. Due to the goitrogens and their affects on the thyroid the following foods should be consume in moderation, broccoli, kale, spinach, cabbage and cauliflower. This does…

Are you struggling with a slow metabolism, fatigue, weight gain or trouble maintaining a healthy weight? Constipation, swinging moods or depression, dry skin, low energy levels, memory and concentration problems can also be symptoms of thyroid dysfunction. You can support your thyroid balance by visiting a doctor for tests, then under their supervision, treating it with natural supplements and lifestyle changes. What is the Thyroid? The thyroid is a small-butterfly shaped gland located in…

The thyroid gland is an organ in the endocrine system located in the throat next to the Adam’s apple and although small shaped is extremely important to a patient’s health. The primary function of the thyroid is to produce two specific thyroid hormones, triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4), and secrete calcitonin that circulates continuously from the gland through the blood to all parts of the body. In fact, thyroid hormones are essential for operating “almost all the cells in the body,…

Thyroids - those little butterfly-shaped glands in our necks do so much for us on a daily basis - yet most of us have no idea how to keep them nice and healthy. Our thyroids, and how they function, can have a profound impact on our overall health and well-being. According to The American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, it is estimated that at least 30 million Americans have a thyroid disorder and at least half are silent sufferers who have not yet been diagnosed. Women over 35 are…

After using a search engine, I researched the differences between Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism. Although, many people might confuse the terms due to their similarities in their spellings. There are many differences between them but the main difference, in my opinion, is the change in the production of the gland activity, Underactive vs Overactive Thyroid glands respectively. Hypothyroidism is an underactive thyroid gland. This means that the thyroid gland doesn’t produce enough thyroid…

• Thyroid disruptions: A lack of sleep can affect the thyroid by first affecting the adrenal glands. Over time, sleep deprivation can reduce adrenal gland function and put the body into a “catabolic” state. This essentially means the body is eating away at itself. The body will try to stop catabolism by slowing down the metabolic rate via the thyroid gland. A person with compromised adrenal glands over time could develop hypothyroidism. Plus, your immune system is compromised because of weak…