Thyroid

The thyroid is a gland that is shaped like a butterfly in the neck which is located just above the collarbone. It produces hormones and controls various metabolic processes that take place in the body. The thyroid helps in burning fat and controlling the heartbeat. There are different kinds of thyroid problems that one can face, from small problems to getting cancer. When thyroid hormones are not sufficient, it mostly leads to hyperthyroidism. The condition can generate discomfort that can be diagnosed and also treated if shown to a doctor at the right time.

There are various types of thyroid problems that one can face. These include goiter, hyperthyroidism, thyroid cancer, hypothyroidism, thyroiditis, and thyroid nodules. These problems can be tested through medical examinations and thyroid tests. We, at Hormone Bhopal, offer all kinds of thyroid tests and examinations.

Hypothyroidism: It is a condition in which the thyroid glands are not producing enough thyroid hormones. The usual symptoms related to the condition are dry skin, fatigue, depression, retention of fluid, joint and muscle aches, excessive bleeding during menstruation, and lack of concentration. This condition can occur due to:

• the autoimmune condition causing thyroid gland inflammation
• the resistance of thyroid hormone
• Inflammation of thyroid

Hyperthyroidism: Unlike hypothyroidism, under this condition, the glands produce more thyroid hormones. This could be to result of an increase in metabolism. The symptoms of this condition are nervousness, fatigue, fast heart rate, tremor, too much sweating, weight loss, problems in concentrating, heat intolerance, etc. This can be caused due to Graves’ disease, toxic adenomas, malfunction of pituitary glands, and subacute thyroiditis, some of which can be caused due to excessive intake of iodine.

Goiter: Goiter is a very common problem of thyroid glands that can be treated easily and quickly. In this condition, the glands can become visibly enlarged.

Nodules: These are lumps found in the thyroid and can be caused due to tumors, cysts, and cancers that are benign. The size of the nodule may vary depending on the condition and the cause of its development.

Cancer: Thyroid cancer is one of the very common types of cancers that depends on the cell in the thyroid that has been affected.

There are specialized tests that are conducted to diagnose thyroid. The most common tests are blood tests that help in determining the level of the thyroid hormones that are being produced in the body. Most of the thyroid problems can be improved with proper medication and precautions. However, in severe cases thyroid scans, ultrasound, etc. are required. The treatment of the thyroid problems depends on the kind of condition it is in. Some may require medication while others may need surgery. However, most of these problems do not threaten your life.

Getting thyroid tests done is very essential at the very beginning to ensure that the treatment is done accordingly, and your thyroid glands improve faster. When it comes to providing a package for thyroid testing, we offer the best packages. Our package includes various complete health checkups. We also have packages for extensive thyroid testing by our experts.