Directory of Hypothyroidism Resources

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Hypothyroid describes a condition in which the thyroid gland is not producing enough thyroid hormone. It can be caused by a sluggish thyroid or as a symptom of autoimmune thyroid disease. Sometimes women experience hypothyroidism as a result of pregnancy.

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• Complications

Resources in This Category

• Dr Lam - Hypothyroidism

  http://www.drlam.com/articles/hypothyroidism.asp
  Physician site covering the basics. Includes causes, risks, associated disease, symptoms, standard laboratory tests, reference ranges, Free T3 and Free T4.

• eMedicine - Hypothyroidism

  http://emedicine.medscape.com/article/122393-overview
  Article by Philip R Orlander, MD. Containing background, pathophysiology, symptoms, differentials, and clinical findings.

• Endocrineweb - Hypothyroidism

  http://www.endocrineweb.com/hypo1.html
  Thorough overview includes symptoms, dangers, diagnosis, and treatment of hypothyroidism. Written by doctors for patients.

• Hypothyroidism (Myxedema)

  http://www.healthy.net/scr/article.aspx?ID=1800
  HealthWorld Online provides signs, symptoms, and discusses alternative therapies for low thyroid function.

• Hypothyroidism or Low Metabolism

  http://www.dstartz.com/Dr_Alford.htm
  Indications for treatment, complications, and conditions caused by the disease.

• MedicineNet - Hypothyroidism

  http://www.medicinenet.com/hypothyroidism/article.htm
  Description, causes, symptoms, and treatment. Includes information about secondary hypothyroidism which is related to an abnormality in the pituitary gland.

• The Merck Manual - Hypothyroidism

  http://www.merck.com/mmpe/sec12/ch152/ch152f.html
  A look at myxedema including signs, symptoms, diagnosis, laboratory evaluation, and treatment.

• Treatment of Hypothyroidism

  http://www.aafp.org/afp/2001/1115/p1717.html
  Covers the etiology, symptoms, diagnosis, replacement or intravenous therapy, and conditions that cause an increase in serum binding proteins. From American Family Physician.

• WebMD - Hypothyroidism

  http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/Hypothyroidism-Topic-Overview
  Find an overview on the causes, symptoms, treatment, and prevention of this disorder.

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