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Treatment of Diabetes: The Diabetic Diet
Is managing type 1 diabetes and type 2 diabetes as easy as eating well? Learn about the diabetic diet as well as how to count carbs to maintain a healthy weight and treat your type 1 diabetes or type 2 diabetes.
Hypoparathyroidism
Hypoparathyroidism is when your parathyroid gland doesn't produce enough parathyroid hormone. Article explains different types of hypoparathyroidism, hypoparathyroidism treatments, and how hypoparathyroidism affects your calcium levels.
Multiple Endocrine Neoplasia Type 1
Multiple endocrine neoplasia type 1 is a rare endocrine syndrome that involves the pituitary gland, parathyroid glands, and pancreas. It's a genetic disorder, so it's passed down in families. The symptoms and effects of MEN 1 aren't always the same, so
Animal Thyroid Supplements for Hypothyroidism
Animal thyroid hormones were the first hypothyroid medication. But since the development of synthetic thyroid hormones, they are no longer the standard in treatment. Though natural, that doesn’t mean animal thyroid hormones are entirely safe.
Osteoporosis FAQ
This article includes answers to some of the most common osteoporosis questions. It also has links to more detailed articles if you want more information about a particular topic.
Acromegaly Complications
If left untreated (or undertreated), acromegaly can lead to complications. Bone and soft tissue overgrowth is common, and heart problems may develop. Covers most common complications from this growth hormone disorder.
Complications of Hypothyroidism
If you have hypothyroidism and don’t seek proper treatment, you risk experiencing a variety of complications. This article describes some of the common problems associated with untreated hypothyroidism.
Radioactive Iodine for Papillary Thyroid Cancer
If you have large tumors, or if your papillary thyroid cancer has spread to the lymph nodes or other parts of your body, then you will need radioactive iodine treatment after thyroid surgery. Read this article to learn more about this therapy.
Type 2 Diabetes Prevention
Even if you’re at a high risk for developing type 2 diabetes (or if you have pre-diabetes), you can prevent type 2 diabetes. You need to make some lifestyle changes, including eating right, exercising, and losing weight (if necessary).
Hyperthyroidism Symptoms
The symptoms of hyperthyroidism include weight changes, heart palpitations, and nervousness. Learn what other symptoms are caused by excessive amounts of thyroid hormones in your body.
4 Lifestyle Tips for Hypothyroidism
Leading an overall healthy lifestyle—one that includes eating well and exercising—can help you manage hypothyroidism. But what else can you do to live well with hypothyroidism? Slideshow walks you through 4 lifestyle tips for hypothyroidism.
Surgery for Hyperthyroidism
Surgery is a hyperthyroidism treatment option, but it’s not as commonly used as antithyroid medications or radioactive iodine. Thyroid surgery is known as a thyroidectomy. A thyroidectomy involves the partial or total removal of the thyroid gland.