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Diagnosis
Diagnosis
Screening For An Endocrine Disorder
The American Thyroid Association recommends measuring thyroid function in all adults beginning at age 35 years and every five years thereafter, but more frequent testing may be appropriate in high-risk or symptomatic individuals. Screening for thyroid disorders at the appropriate time with appropriate tests should be openly discussed between patients and physicians. Reviewing the patient’s risks such as family history of benign or malignant thyroid disease, personal history of other autoimmune diseases, existing medications or supplements, and clinical signs such as enlargement or swelling of anterior neck area are all included in a thorough thyroid risk evaluation.
Diagnosing An Endocrine Disorder
Without the discussion of screening, evaluating, and possible treatment of an unknown thyroid disease, more serious medical conditions such as a heart attack or bone fracture, may be your first introduction to an easily treatable thyroid
condition. Depending on when the other medical condition is found, your symptoms can present as mild or severe. A thyroid specialist will know what
symptoms are common for thyroid conditions, which will lead to specific testing to make an accurate diagnosis and treatment.
Could I Have Thyroid Disease if I Have Diabetes?
Yes, If you have diabetes, you are actually more likely to develop thyroid disease than someone without diabetes. If you already have an autoimmune disorder (like Type 1 diabetes), you are more likely to develop another one.
What Is the Most Common Thyroid Condition?
Treatment
Standard medical care is based on scientific data that is effective and safe, therefore is always the first approach in the management of thyroid
disease. Due to the surge in alternative approaches, they can be discussed with appropriate patients. The National Institutes of
Health (NIH), National Center for
Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) and Office of Dietary Supplements (ODS) are all
credible sources of evidence-based information regarding this topic. The American Thyroid
Association, American Association of
Clinical Endocrinology, and Endocrine
Society also have additional reputable literature on thyroid disorders.
The GDE Difference
GDE has supported and followed the excellence in the education of multiple medical associations to provide both medical professionals and patients with the best care possible since 2001. Make an appointment with one of our endocrinologists today to start the discussion. Having an existing thyroid condition such as Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, Grave’s disease, or postpartum thyroiditis also requires open discussion between you and your physician to further understand your condition.
