The treatment of thyroid disorders involves restoration of thyroid hormone levels. But to know which treatment option is suitable for you, you have to go through certain tests. Read on to know details about thyroid diagnosis, treatment and recovery.
This involves examination of the medical history of the patient and some physical exams too. But besides these, there are specialized tests for the required diagnosis. These are:
1. To measure thyroid hormone levels and TSH levels. (Thyroid stimulating hormone is a chemical released by the pituitary gland).
2. To identify antibodies functioning against the thyroid tissue.
A few points to note:
Medication, and/or surgery are suitable treatment options. However, it depends upon the type of thyroid disease the patient has.
1. When there is hyperthyroidism: The doctor gives medication to decrease the production of thyroid hormone or prevent its release from the thyroid gland.
2. When there is hypothyroidism: S/he’ll give medication to replace the lack of thyroid hormone. The doctor may suggest synthetic thyroid hormone in the pill form.
In case of hyperthyroidism, medication for symptoms like increased heart rate may be given. If the symptoms still don’t go, the next option is radioactive ablation. It involves giving iodine doses labelled with radioactivity. These doses are to selectively destroy thyroid tissue.
1. We need to remove the large goiter or some hyperfunctioning nodule from the gland.
2. There’re chances of a thyroid cancer.
3. In case of Graves’ Disease. Thyroidectomy (thyroid removal surgery), RAI therapy as well as anti-thyroid medications are the options.
Some points to note:
Usually, people are able to start with their normal/regular activities the day the surgery is complete. However, they need to take precautions, such as avoiding physical activities and sports for days or weeks. It varies from person to person, and therefore, the patient needs to follow his/her doctor’s instructions.
Moreover, sore throat is a common phenomenon after thyroid surgery, for which pain medication is given. The doctor monitors the person’s thyroid hormone along with calcium levels after the surgery. And s/he should be consulted when experiencing hoarseness in voice or difficulty in breathing.
Thyroid disorders are well-manageable in most cases with the help of medical treatment. They do not usually prove life-threatening. However, surgery may be the required option in some conditions. Most people with thyroid cancer are able to live better, although, those with cancer spread throughout the body go through much more difficulty dealing with the disease/condition.
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