When Hypothyroid & Hyperthyroid Signs Present Together

when hypothyroid and hyperthyroid signs symptoms present together

From the traditional medicine perspective, hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism sit at opposite ends of the thyroid spectrum with entirely different clinical presentations and polar opposite symptoms. While this model holds true often times, I would like to make the case that the line between symptoms of hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism is not so pencil sharp but rather blurry.

Is it possible to have both hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism symptoms at the very same time?

Absolutely. I have a mix of both. How about you?

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Thyroid Cancer: Early detection for the fastest growing cancer in women

Thyroid Cancer: Early detection for the fastest growing cancer in women

In 2017, the American Thyroid Association posted these sobering statistics about thyroid cancer:

The increased incidence of thyroid cancer is worldwide. The incidence of thyroid cancer has increased dramatically during the past three decades and it is now the fastest growing cancer in women.

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The Silent Disease

Thyroid Cancer

9 weeks after a full thyroidectomy [Read more…]