Hormone Issues: Symptoms
Thyroid Nodules - When To Call a Doctor
04/12/07, HealthwiseCall your doctor if you have any of these signs of thyroid nodules:
Hypothyroidism - When To Call a Doctor
08/25/08, HealthwiseCallor other emergency services immediately if you or a person you know has hypothyroidism and has signs of myxedema coma, such as:
Hypothyroidism - Exams and Tests
08/25/08, HealthwiseA thorough medical history and physical exam are the first steps in diagnosing hypothyroidism or mild (subclinical) hypothyroidism. If the results lead your doctor to suspect you have hypothyroidism or subclinical hypothyroidism,
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Hyperthyroidism - When To Call a Doctor
12/03/07, HealthwiseThe most serious problem associated with hyperthyroidism is a life-threatening condition called thyroid storm.
Hyperthyroidism - Exams and Tests
12/03/07, HealthwiseYour doctor will ask questions about your medical history, do a physical exam, and order medical tests to diagnose hyperthyroidism.
Adrenocorticotropic Hormone
06/26/08, HealthwiseAn adrenocorticotropic hormone test measures the level of adrenocorticotropic hormone (ACTH) in the blood to check for problems with the pituitary gland or the adrenal glands. See a picture of the pituitary gland or adren
Serum Osmolality
11/27/07, HealthwiseA 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 te
Thyroid Biopsy
08/14/08, HealthwiseA 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 of the wind
Thyroid Scan
08/14/08, HealthwiseA 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 chec
Radioactive Iodine Uptake Test
08/14/08, HealthwiseA radioactive iodine uptake (RAIU) test uses a radioactive tracer and a special probe to measure how much tracer the thyroid gland absorbs from the blood. The test can show how much tracer is absorbed by the thyroid gland and if
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