Hormone Issues: Symptoms

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Hypothyroidism - When To Call a Doctor
Article
09/05/06, Healthwise
Call or other emergency services immediately if you or a person you know has hypothyroidism and has signs of myxedema coma, such as:
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Thyroid Nodules - When To Call a Doctor
Article
04/12/07, Healthwise
Call your doctor if you have any of these signs of thyroid nodules:
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Hypothyroidism - Exams and Tests
Article
09/05/06, Healthwise
A thorough medical history and physical exam are the first steps in diagnosing hypothyroidism or mild (subclinical) hypothyroidism. If the results lead your health professional to suspect you have hypothyroidism or subclinica
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Hyperthyroidism - When To Call a Doctor
Article
12/20/05, Healthwise
The most serious problem associated with hyperthyroidism is a life-threatening condition called thyroid storm.
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Hyperthyroidism - Exams and Tests
Article
12/20/05, Healthwise
Your doctor will ask questions about your medical history, do a physical exam, and order medical tests to diagnose hyperthyroidism.
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Adrenocorticotropic Hormone
Medical Test
08/03/06, Healthwise
An adrenocorticotropic hormone test measures the level of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) in the blood. This test checks for problems with the pituitary gland or the adrenal glands. See an illustration of the pituitary
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Thyroid Nodules - Home Treatment
Article
04/12/07, Healthwise
Most thyroid nodules are not cancerous. Many thyroid nodules do not need medical treatment. If you have a thyroid nodule that is being watched, schedule regular medical checkups to see whether there are any changes.
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Serum Osmolality
Medical Test
11/27/07, Healthwise
A serum osmolality test measures the amount of chemicals dissolved in the liquid part (serum) of the blood. Chemicals that affect serum osmolality include sodium, chloride, bicarbonate, proteins, and sugar (glucose). A serum osmolality
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Thyroid Scan
Medical Test
09/15/06, Healthwise
A thyroid scan uses a radioactive tracer and a special camera to measure how much tracer the thyroid gland absorbs from the blood. A thyroid scan is done to find problems with the thyroid gland. A thyroid scan may be done to che
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Thyroid Biopsy
Medical Test
09/15/06, Healthwise
A thyroid biopsy is a procedure in which a small sample of tissue is removed from the thyroid gland and looked at under a microscope for cancer, infection, or other thyroid problems. The thyroid gland is found in front o
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