Articles written by Jim Lowrance

Thyroid nodules are tumor-like growths that can develop within the thyroid gland and can vary in size, texture and ability to change thyroid hormone levels.

Aug 29, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Thyroid autoimmunity is the most common cause of thyroid disease in industrialized countries, causing overactive and under-active hormone disorders.

Aug 28, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

A goiter means that the thyroid gland has become enlarged. Goiters can have primary or secondary causes or may have no apparent cause.

Aug 27, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

With some adrenal insufficient states, it is the DHEA hormone that is deficient but under what conditions is it safe to replace the low hormone via supplementation?

Aug 26, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Catastrophic thinking is an area of chronic anxiety symptomology, in which people suffering anxiety disorders experience ongoing irrational thoughts.

Aug 25, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

While most symptoms are relieved with treatments designed for thyroid hormone imbalances there are some common problem-symptoms that treated patients commonly experience.

Aug 23, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Treatments for thyroid disorders and diseases can be very effective. There are however particular symptoms that can continue to cause problems in some patients.

Aug 23, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Most cases of hypothyroidism are due to problems within the thyroid but there are other causes that indirectly cause under-functioning of the gland.

Aug 21, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Adrenal Fatigue may be the most common health condition that exists. Chronic stressors, lack of rest and sleep and other illnesses can all be factors in this syndrome.

Aug 20, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Thyroid disease can present with symptoms of peripheral neuropathy and other neurological problems, which may not fully resolve with hormone treatment in all patients.

Aug 19, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

The question, as to which type or brand of thyroid hormone replacement drug is superior, is sometimes a major one in the minds of patients needing hypothyroid treatment.

Aug 16, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

There are a number of conditions that may result in a treating doctor referring a patient for thyroidectomy or radioactive iodine ablation of the thyroid gland.

Aug 16, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Feeling tired and fatigued is common in treated hypothyroid patients. Surveys of treated patients have shown it to be one of the most common unresolved symptoms.

Aug 15, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Thyroiditis is a term meaning there is inflammation within the thyroid gland. There are types of this condition that are short-term and others that are life long.

Aug 14, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Thyroid blood testing is used to diagnose thyroid hormone disorders and diseases. They are also used to monitor thyroid hormone treatments.

Aug 13, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

The symptoms of hypothyroidism can be concerning and severe to a thyroid patient. This, points to the great importance in a qualified hypothyroid treatment specialist.

Aug 13, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Iodine is an essential element needed for proper thyroid function. In some thyroid disease cases however, iodine supplementation may be contraindicated (risks involved).

Aug 12, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

A "nervous breakdown" can mean that a person has become chronically stressed-out, is experiencing an emotional disorder or burnout. Effective treatments are available.

Aug 10, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Hashitoxicosis and Hashimoto's Encephalopathy are potentially serious conditions associated with Hashimoto's thyroiditis, that require specific treatments.

Aug 8, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Graves' disease is the leading cause of hyperthyroidism. Complications can include hypertension, cardiac arrhythmias and thyroid eye disease but treatments are available.

Aug 7, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Hashimoto's is an autoimmune type of thyroiditis that leads to hypothyroidism. While there is no cure for the disease, the resulting hypothyroidism can be treated.

Aug 6, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Anxiety Disorders are the most common emotional disorders affecting Americans as well as people in all countries worldwide but there are effective treatments available.

Aug 5, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Cortisol supplementation for chronic Adrenal Fatigue carries potential risks but may be an effective treatment if administered by a qualified, monitoring physician.

Aug 4, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Anxiety is a natural emotion, designed to inspire and protect those who experience it. Anxiety sufferers can learn to appreciate the anxiety "fight or flight response".

Aug 1, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Thyroid diseases and disorders of all types affect millions of Americans and many more people worldwide. The statistics will be addressed in the following subheadings.

Jul 31, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Thyroid autoimmunity is a major cause of thyroid disease in industrialized countries. Environmental pollutants and toxins, viral exposure and stress can all be factors.

Jul 30, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Adrenal Fatigue is experienced in thyroid patients before treatment but the inflammatory effect of thyroid autoimmunity may also contribute to an ongoing adrenal problem.

Jul 29, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Some hypothyroid patients are successfully treated with a T4 thyroid hormone replacement dose. Others may also need T3 hormone added to their treatment.

Jul 28, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

The two major thyroid hormones are called "thyroxine" (T4) and "triiodothyronine" (T3). Their purpose is to regulate the rate of metabolism in every cell of the body.

Jul 27, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

The pituitary-gland hormone called "Thyroid Stimulating Hormone" (TSH) is highly sensitive in detecting thyroid hormone imbalances earlier than any other blood test.

Jul 26, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Adrenal Fatigue is a stress-syndrome, meaning the adrenal glands become blunted or diminished in their ability to moderate stress but there are treatments that can help.

Jul 24, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

There are a number of treatments that can be effective in treating symptoms of Mitral Valve Prolapse in symptomatic patients or what is referred to as "MVP-Syndrome".

Jul 23, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Mitral Valve Prolapse is a common heart murmur that has been found to be highly associated with autoimmune thyroid conditions in medical research studies.

Jul 22, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Thyroid treatments do not always successfully resolve the emotional symptoms of depression in all patients. Some need additional treatments or therapies administered.

Jul 21, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Decades of medical research on Chronic Fatigue Syndrome has revealed a number of abnormalities in patients with the syndrome. One definitive cause has yet to be found.

Jul 20, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Muscle and joint aches and stiffness can be chronic in some thyroid patients. These rheumatic symptoms may need special attention if unrelieved with thyroid treatment.

Jul 19, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Chronic anxiety symptoms are common in both hypothyroid and hyperthyroid conditions. The cause can be rooted in both hormone imbalance and thyroid autoimmunity.

Jul 18, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

The development of saliva test kits for measuring adrenal hormones has proven to be an accurate and convenient method of in-home testing.

Jul 17, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

There are many associated causes of Chronic Fatigue Syndrome but one of the more significant connections is imbalance in the involuntary nervous system - "dysautonomia".

Jul 16, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Hypothyroid patients deserve specialized treatment from treating doctors who monitor and adjust their thyroid hormone dose to best possible symptom-relieving levels.

Jul 16, 2009 - Jim Lowrance

Adrenal Fatigue is a mild form of adrenal insufficiency affecting the rhythm of the adrenal glands rather than their ability to function normally when less fatigued.

Jul 13, 2009 - Jim Lowrance