HOW CAN WE CONTROL THE DISEASE OF THYROID?
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Explanation:
Thyroid disease treatments
Also called: abnormal thyroid
Treatment varies and may include monitoring, medication, surgery or radioactive iodine.
MOST COMMON TYPES
Thyroid nodules
The majority of thyroid nodules don't require treatment. Treatment options for larger or cancerous nodules, or nodules that produce additional thyroid hormones, may include medication or surgery.
Underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism)
Treatment consists of thyroid hormone replacement.
Hyperthyroidism
Treatments include radioactive iodine, medication and sometimes surgery.
Goiter
A small goitre that doesn't cause symptoms may not need treatment. In some cases, medication or surgery is required.
Thyroiditis
Treatment is focused on the underlying cause as well as regulating thyroid function.
Thyroid cancer
Treatments, which are usually successful, include surgery, hormone therapy, radioactive iodine, radiation and in some cases chemotherapy.
For informational purposes only. Consult your local medical authority for advice.
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