Guest guest Posted September 10, 2006 Report Share Posted September 10, 2006 > > > > > > Chapter 4 > > > LOW THYROID: > The Unsuspected Illness > > How can the thyroid affect my health? > During nearly 50 years of clinical practice, Dr. Broda , M.D., > Ph.D. has seen thousands of people suffering from undiagnosed cases > of low thyroid function (hypothyroidism). His discoveries led him to > write a book called " Hypothyroidism: The Unsuspected Illness " . > > What is the relationship between the thyroid and heart attacks? > Research over the past forty years has clearly shown a direct > relationship between heart attacks and thyroid deficiency, according > to Dr. Broda . The true culprit causing the increase in heart > attacks is not necessarily how much cholesterol is consumed, but how > the cholesterol is assimilated in the body. Studies have shown that > low thyroid levels causes a glue-like substance called mucin to > accumulate causing a cascade of biochemical changes leading to a > degeneration of the arteries. Other studies have shown that the > removal of the thyroid gland soon leads to atherosclerosis. [10] > > Researchers have discovered that mucin can even develop in children > who have insufficient thyroid function. They found out that as long > as thyroid is administered, the tissue would be normal. But if > thyroid therapy was stopped, mucin rose rapidly. If thyroid therapy > was begun again, the mucin content returned to normal. Therefore, > one of the many preventive measures that can be done to prevent the > possibility of heart attacks is to ensure the proper amount of > thyroid is in the body. [11] > > ***************************************** > Research has shown that thyroid deficiency causes > hardening of the arteries. Thyroid therapy helps > reverse this and also reduces the risk of heart attacks. > ***************************************** > > > In his book, Dr. states that 40% of Americans suffer from an > inadequate supply of thyroid hormone, an ingredient vital to health > in the human body. > > Since about half of the population suffers from some degree of > thyroid deficiency, it would follow that administering proper > thyroid dosages could save thousands of lives each year. [12] > > ************************************** > It is the opinion of Dr. and the author that > natural thyroid is the best kind to use because it > contains all the essential thyroid components that > are not found in other thyroid drugs such as > Synthyroid®. > ************************************** > > > Dr. noted that hypothyroidism often goes undiagnosed because > blood thyroid values are usually inaccurate. He recommends a simple > test, called the Basal Temperature test, which the patient can > perform at home. > > Dr. has found the basal temperature to be one of the most > valid tests to evaluate thyroid function. The temperature test > should be done upon awakening in the morning, but before leaving > your bed. > > HOW TO TAKE THE BASAL TEMPERATURE TEST FOR DETERMINING LOW THYROID > > 1) If you are male or a non-menstruating female, take a digital > thermometer or an oral mercury thermometer (which has been shaken > down and placed at the bedside the previous evening) and place it in > your armpit for 10 minutes immediately upon awakening while lying > quietly in bed. Repeat the test three days in a row. Normal > temperature is 97.8 degrees to 98.2 degrees. If your temperature is > low, your thyroid gland is probably underactive. > > *************Note************* > DO NOT use an electric blanket for 24 > hours prior to taking your temperature. > ****************************** > > > 2)If you are a female who menstruates, do the above test on the > second and third day of your period in the same manner. > > 3) If you have a very young child and you are unable to take his > armpit temperature, you can take the rectal temperature for two > minutes. Normal would be 1 degree higher than the above, that is > 98.8 degrees to 99.2 degrees. > > 4)Record your results below and bring this record to your physician. > > RESULTS: TEMPERATURE: > > Date:________ Day 1: ___________________ > Date:________ Day 2: ___________________ > Date:________ Day 3: ___________________ > Date:________ Day 4: ___________________ > Date:________ Day 5: ___________________ > > > > What are the symptoms of low thyroid production? > You can think of the thyroid as the body's " carburetor " that > controls the rate at which every cell from hair to toenails burns > energy. It is no wonder that a lack of thyroid hormone production > can cause a wide range of problems inter-related yet separate from > PMS such as those in Table 5. > > TABLE 5 Some Possible Common Signs & Symptoms of a Low Functioning > Thyroid (Hypothyroid) > > Hair Loss > Cold Hands and Feet > Fatigue > Chronic Colds / Flu > Brittle Nails > Headaches > Memory Loss > Mild Depression > Constipation > PMS (Pre-Menstrual Syndrome) > Worsening of Hot Flash/Night Sweats in Menopause > Weight Gains > High Blood Cholesterol > > Of all these, fatigue seems to be the most common complaint, which > no amount of sleep seems to help. People who suffer from this > overall feeling of chronic sluggishness tend to get depressed. They > frequently lose hope, resigning themselves to a life of low level > functioning. These same people are often very pleased to find that a > small dose of thyroid hormone will quickly improve their condition! > Many allegedly " depressed " patients resume normal lifestyles > enriched with exercise and brighter outlook within weeks after being > placed on natural thyroid medication. > > ************************************ > Thyroid deficiency is one of the most common > illnesses entering the physician's office today > and it is a diagnosis often missed! > ************************************ > > > How does low thyroid affect susceptibility to infections? > Dr. Broda has shown that many infections, (especially those > of the respiratory tract such as pneumonia, tonsillitis, sore > throats, middle ear infections and sinusitis) can be reduced when > the body has proper amounts of thyroid. He has also shown that cold > hands and feet of the hypothyroid patient signifies poor circulation > to the skin which results in a susceptibility to skin infections. > There are very few people with skin diseases of any kind who would > not be benefited by thyroid.[13] > > In severe thyroid deficiencies, the resistance to respiratory > infections may be so low that the antibiotics are relatively > ineffective. [14] > > Can a standard blood test indicate a thyroid problem? > Dr. Broda has stated that, on the whole, blood tests are not > sensitive enough to show a moderate thyroid deficiency and usually > only indicate when thyroid levels are extremely low. A person can > suffer from hypothyroidism and at the same time be within " normal " > limits on thyroid blood level tests. An easier (and we might add > more accurate) way to identify low levels of thyroid, is to take a > simple basal (resting) body temperature reading with a standard oral > thermometer, a technique developed by Dr. Broda . > > Instructions on how to take this test are found above. > > Researchers at the Vascular Research Foundation have observed that > laboratory tests failed to uncover even a minute fraction of > hypothyroids. Although standard tests indicated that 85% of patients > had normal thyroid function, all of them showed marked and > consistent benefits from thyroid supplementation.[15] > > Dr. Mark Gold, M.D. at Fair Oaks Hospital in New Jersey found a > significant incidence of low-level hypothyroidism among psychiatric > patients. This convinced him that depression is often the first sign > of low-level thyroid failure which is not detected by the usual > blood thyroid function tests. [16] > > What are the relationships between thyroid and reproductive organs? > The reproductive organs need a normal supply of thyroid hormone to > function properly. Any abnormality in the menstrual cycle should be > an indicator to have a Basal Temperature check as well as other > tests. If there are abnormalities in the menstrual cycle, the proper > dosage of thyroid will usually correct or improve the condition. > More than 90% of the menstrual disorders are improved with adequate > thyroid therapy. [17] > > Low thyroid can also be a possible cause or infertility by > contributing to ovulation problems in females and low sperm counts > in men. > > What are some effects of hypothyroidism in children? > Although some preschool children suffering from hypothyroidism may > have a somewhat dull and apathetic appearance and be less active > than normal youngsters, a few may be very nervous, hyperactive and > unusually aggressive. Emotional problems and learning disabilities > are frequent and a low thyroid child may cry for no apparent reason > and object vigorously to any restrictions. Temper tantrums are > common and are probably related to undue fatigue. These children may > sleep longer than other youngsters of their age, be a slow starter > in the morning, have a short attention span, and compulsively go > from one activity to another. Infections are common. Since some of > these problems often have multiple causes, children frequently > require treatment for allergies, environmental sensitivities, > candidiasis, nutritional deficiencies, parasites, ingestion of lead > and other toxins as well as thyroid therapy. > > What are some of the other benefits of proper thyroid amounts? > Thyroid hormone also stimulates protein synthesis, that is, the > buildup of protein from amino acids. Protein is necessary for > replacing worn-out cells and for the manufacture of enzymes. A > proper functioning thyroid also allows for the secretion of the sex- > activating hormones, controls the rate of absorption of nutrients > from the gastrointestinal tract, and is responsible for production > of a compound known as retinene which is essential for visual acuity > at night. > > Hypothyroidism should always be considered in the differential > diagnosis of children who are hyperactive. [18] > > > How does estrogen affect hypothyroidism? > Pharmacologic doses of estrogen depress the secretion of thyroid > hormone by suppressing TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone). This is > especially important if a woman is taking oral contraceptive pills. > [19] > > > Next Chapter 5 : MENOPAUSE > > > > > > > Home / About Dr. Sklovsky / Patient Testimonials / Alternative > Medicine / Introduction to Health Care / Program of Health Care / > Free Articles /Tapes > Copyright 2003 J Sklovsky ND > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 10, 2006 Report Share Posted September 10, 2006 Woops did a blank post. Tina, what temprature would be considered abnormal and below with our example? Do digital thermometers work? Do you bring the results to the doctor and he can prescribe based off the findings? > > > > > > Chapter 4 > > > LOW THYROID: > The Unsuspected Illness > > How can the thyroid affect my health? > During nearly 50 years of clinical practice, Dr. Broda , M.D., > Ph.D. has seen thousands of people suffering from undiagnosed cases > of low thyroid function (hypothyroidism). His discoveries led him to > write a book called " Hypothyroidism: The Unsuspected Illness " . > > What is the relationship between the thyroid and heart attacks? > Research over the past forty years has clearly shown a direct > relationship between heart attacks and thyroid deficiency, according > to Dr. Broda . The true culprit causing the increase in heart > attacks is not necessarily how much cholesterol is consumed, but how > the cholesterol is assimilated in the body. Studies have shown that > low thyroid levels causes a glue-like substance called mucin to > accumulate causing a cascade of biochemical changes leading to a > degeneration of the arteries. Other studies have shown that the > removal of the thyroid gland soon leads to atherosclerosis. [10] > > Researchers have discovered that mucin can even develop in children > who have insufficient thyroid function. They found out that as long > as thyroid is administered, the tissue would be normal. But if > thyroid therapy was stopped, mucin rose rapidly. If thyroid therapy > was begun again, the mucin content returned to normal. Therefore, > one of the many preventive measures that can be done to prevent the > possibility of heart attacks is to ensure the proper amount of > thyroid is in the body. [11] > > ***************************************** > Research has shown that thyroid deficiency causes > hardening of the arteries. Thyroid therapy helps > reverse this and also reduces the risk of heart attacks. > ***************************************** > > > In his book, Dr. states that 40% of Americans suffer from an > inadequate supply of thyroid hormone, an ingredient vital to health > in the human body. > > Since about half of the population suffers from some degree of > thyroid deficiency, it would follow that administering proper > thyroid dosages could save thousands of lives each year. [12] > > ************************************** > It is the opinion of Dr. and the author that > natural thyroid is the best kind to use because it > contains all the essential thyroid components that > are not found in other thyroid drugs such as > Synthyroid®. > ************************************** > > > Dr. noted that hypothyroidism often goes undiagnosed because > blood thyroid values are usually inaccurate. He recommends a simple > test, called the Basal Temperature test, which the patient can > perform at home. > > Dr. has found the basal temperature to be one of the most > valid tests to evaluate thyroid function. The temperature test > should be done upon awakening in the morning, but before leaving > your bed. > > HOW TO TAKE THE BASAL TEMPERATURE TEST FOR DETERMINING LOW THYROID > > 1) If you are male or a non-menstruating female, take a digital > thermometer or an oral mercury thermometer (which has been shaken > down and placed at the bedside the previous evening) and place it in > your armpit for 10 minutes immediately upon awakening while lying > quietly in bed. Repeat the test three days in a row. Normal > temperature is 97.8 degrees to 98.2 degrees. If your temperature is > low, your thyroid gland is probably underactive. > > *************Note************* > DO NOT use an electric blanket for 24 > hours prior to taking your temperature. > ****************************** > > > 2)If you are a female who menstruates, do the above test on the > second and third day of your period in the same manner. > > 3) If you have a very young child and you are unable to take his > armpit temperature, you can take the rectal temperature for two > minutes. Normal would be 1 degree higher than the above, that is > 98.8 degrees to 99.2 degrees. > > 4)Record your results below and bring this record to your physician. > > RESULTS: TEMPERATURE: > > Date:________ Day 1: ___________________ > Date:________ Day 2: ___________________ > Date:________ Day 3: ___________________ > Date:________ Day 4: ___________________ > Date:________ Day 5: ___________________ > > > > What are the symptoms of low thyroid production? > You can think of the thyroid as the body's " carburetor " that > controls the rate at which every cell from hair to toenails burns > energy. It is no wonder that a lack of thyroid hormone production > can cause a wide range of problems inter-related yet separate from > PMS such as those in Table 5. > > TABLE 5 Some Possible Common Signs & Symptoms of a Low Functioning > Thyroid (Hypothyroid) > > Hair Loss > Cold Hands and Feet > Fatigue > Chronic Colds / Flu > Brittle Nails > Headaches > Memory Loss > Mild Depression > Constipation > PMS (Pre-Menstrual Syndrome) > Worsening of Hot Flash/Night Sweats in Menopause > Weight Gains > High Blood Cholesterol > > Of all these, fatigue seems to be the most common complaint, which > no amount of sleep seems to help. People who suffer from this > overall feeling of chronic sluggishness tend to get depressed. They > frequently lose hope, resigning themselves to a life of low level > functioning. These same people are often very pleased to find that a > small dose of thyroid hormone will quickly improve their condition! > Many allegedly " depressed " patients resume normal lifestyles > enriched with exercise and brighter outlook within weeks after being > placed on natural thyroid medication. > > ************************************ > Thyroid deficiency is one of the most common > illnesses entering the physician's office today > and it is a diagnosis often missed! > ************************************ > > > How does low thyroid affect susceptibility to infections? > Dr. Broda has shown that many infections, (especially those > of the respiratory tract such as pneumonia, tonsillitis, sore > throats, middle ear infections and sinusitis) can be reduced when > the body has proper amounts of thyroid. He has also shown that cold > hands and feet of the hypothyroid patient signifies poor circulation > to the skin which results in a susceptibility to skin infections. > There are very few people with skin diseases of any kind who would > not be benefited by thyroid.[13] > > In severe thyroid deficiencies, the resistance to respiratory > infections may be so low that the antibiotics are relatively > ineffective. [14] > > Can a standard blood test indicate a thyroid problem? > Dr. Broda has stated that, on the whole, blood tests are not > sensitive enough to show a moderate thyroid deficiency and usually > only indicate when thyroid levels are extremely low. A person can > suffer from hypothyroidism and at the same time be within " normal " > limits on thyroid blood level tests. An easier (and we might add > more accurate) way to identify low levels of thyroid, is to take a > simple basal (resting) body temperature reading with a standard oral > thermometer, a technique developed by Dr. Broda . > > Instructions on how to take this test are found above. > > Researchers at the Vascular Research Foundation have observed that > laboratory tests failed to uncover even a minute fraction of > hypothyroids. Although standard tests indicated that 85% of patients > had normal thyroid function, all of them showed marked and > consistent benefits from thyroid supplementation.[15] > > Dr. Mark Gold, M.D. at Fair Oaks Hospital in New Jersey found a > significant incidence of low-level hypothyroidism among psychiatric > patients. This convinced him that depression is often the first sign > of low-level thyroid failure which is not detected by the usual > blood thyroid function tests. [16] > > What are the relationships between thyroid and reproductive organs? > The reproductive organs need a normal supply of thyroid hormone to > function properly. Any abnormality in the menstrual cycle should be > an indicator to have a Basal Temperature check as well as other > tests. If there are abnormalities in the menstrual cycle, the proper > dosage of thyroid will usually correct or improve the condition. > More than 90% of the menstrual disorders are improved with adequate > thyroid therapy. [17] > > Low thyroid can also be a possible cause or infertility by > contributing to ovulation problems in females and low sperm counts > in men. > > What are some effects of hypothyroidism in children? > Although some preschool children suffering from hypothyroidism may > have a somewhat dull and apathetic appearance and be less active > than normal youngsters, a few may be very nervous, hyperactive and > unusually aggressive. Emotional problems and learning disabilities > are frequent and a low thyroid child may cry for no apparent reason > and object vigorously to any restrictions. Temper tantrums are > common and are probably related to undue fatigue. These children may > sleep longer than other youngsters of their age, be a slow starter > in the morning, have a short attention span, and compulsively go > from one activity to another. Infections are common. Since some of > these problems often have multiple causes, children frequently > require treatment for allergies, environmental sensitivities, > candidiasis, nutritional deficiencies, parasites, ingestion of lead > and other toxins as well as thyroid therapy. > > What are some of the other benefits of proper thyroid amounts? > Thyroid hormone also stimulates protein synthesis, that is, the > buildup of protein from amino acids. Protein is necessary for > replacing worn-out cells and for the manufacture of enzymes. A > proper functioning thyroid also allows for the secretion of the sex- > activating hormones, controls the rate of absorption of nutrients > from the gastrointestinal tract, and is responsible for production > of a compound known as retinene which is essential for visual acuity > at night. > > Hypothyroidism should always be considered in the differential > diagnosis of children who are hyperactive. [18] > > > How does estrogen affect hypothyroidism? > Pharmacologic doses of estrogen depress the secretion of thyroid > hormone by suppressing TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone). This is > especially important if a woman is taking oral contraceptive pills. > [19] > > > Next Chapter 5 : MENOPAUSE > > > > > > > Home / About Dr. Sklovsky / Patient Testimonials / Alternative > Medicine / Introduction to Health Care / Program of Health Care / > Free Articles /Tapes > Copyright 2003 J Sklovsky ND > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 10, 2006 Report Share Posted September 10, 2006 Although a low temp can indicate poor thyroid function it could also be due to other reasons.Hence ,low body temperature can at best be considered a symptom and not a diagnostic test. A simple blood test (Free T3,T4, TSH) will tell whether you have a problem with your thyroid.The blood test for Thyroid-antibodies (TPO) will tell if you a likely to develop thyroid problems. Puneet <rescombroker@...>wrote: Tina, what temprature would be considered abnormal and below with our example? Do digital thermometers work? Do you bring the results to the doctor and he can prescribe based off the findings? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 10, 2006 Report Share Posted September 10, 2006 In our group we have discovered 96.5 is hypo--just under 97 is questionable--the average person will wake up at 98 -normal---if your temp is always at 97 that is boarderline; with other symptoms-- hypo. (my daughter for ex. was 94) even in the daytime. You must not move and you can take the temp in your mouth before you get out of bed--three days will tell you for sure but many say to do it a full week. The best blood tests are free t3 and free t4 but those results must be in the upper third of the range. Tsh really has more to do with autoimmune hashimoto's and those people have a tsh over 2--- Average should be between one and two for tsh-- under 1 and we have another type of thyroid problem with is hypopituitary-- Way under like .002 and we have hyper-thyroid disease. A lot depends on symptoms and correct testing. There are many different types of thyroid problems and along with them you may have adrenal fatigue as well---also diabetes is big for thyroid people!!!! tina > > > > > > > > > > > > Chapter 4 > > > > > > LOW THYROID: > > The Unsuspected Illness > > > > How can the thyroid affect my health? > > During nearly 50 years of clinical practice, Dr. Broda , > M.D., > > Ph.D. has seen thousands of people suffering from undiagnosed cases > > of low thyroid function (hypothyroidism). His discoveries led him > to > > write a book called " Hypothyroidism: The Unsuspected Illness " . > > > > What is the relationship between the thyroid and heart attacks? > > Research over the past forty years has clearly shown a direct > > relationship between heart attacks and thyroid deficiency, > according > > to Dr. Broda . The true culprit causing the increase in heart > > attacks is not necessarily how much cholesterol is consumed, but > how > > the cholesterol is assimilated in the body. Studies have shown that > > low thyroid levels causes a glue-like substance called mucin to > > accumulate causing a cascade of biochemical changes leading to a > > degeneration of the arteries. Other studies have shown that the > > removal of the thyroid gland soon leads to atherosclerosis. [10] > > > > Researchers have discovered that mucin can even develop in children > > who have insufficient thyroid function. They found out that as long > > as thyroid is administered, the tissue would be normal. But if > > thyroid therapy was stopped, mucin rose rapidly. If thyroid therapy > > was begun again, the mucin content returned to normal. Therefore, > > one of the many preventive measures that can be done to prevent the > > possibility of heart attacks is to ensure the proper amount of > > thyroid is in the body. [11] > > > > ***************************************** > > Research has shown that thyroid deficiency causes > > hardening of the arteries. Thyroid therapy helps > > reverse this and also reduces the risk of heart attacks. > > ***************************************** > > > > > > In his book, Dr. states that 40% of Americans suffer from an > > inadequate supply of thyroid hormone, an ingredient vital to health > > in the human body. > > > > Since about half of the population suffers from some degree of > > thyroid deficiency, it would follow that administering proper > > thyroid dosages could save thousands of lives each year. [12] > > > > ************************************** > > It is the opinion of Dr. and the author that > > natural thyroid is the best kind to use because it > > contains all the essential thyroid components that > > are not found in other thyroid drugs such as > > Synthyroid®. > > ************************************** > > > > > > Dr. noted that hypothyroidism often goes undiagnosed because > > blood thyroid values are usually inaccurate. He recommends a simple > > test, called the Basal Temperature test, which the patient can > > perform at home. > > > > Dr. has found the basal temperature to be one of the most > > valid tests to evaluate thyroid function. The temperature test > > should be done upon awakening in the morning, but before leaving > > your bed. > > > > HOW TO TAKE THE BASAL TEMPERATURE TEST FOR DETERMINING LOW THYROID > > > > 1) If you are male or a non-menstruating female, take a digital > > thermometer or an oral mercury thermometer (which has been shaken > > down and placed at the bedside the previous evening) and place it > in > > your armpit for 10 minutes immediately upon awakening while lying > > quietly in bed. Repeat the test three days in a row. Normal > > temperature is 97.8 degrees to 98.2 degrees. If your temperature is > > low, your thyroid gland is probably underactive. > > > > *************Note************* > > DO NOT use an electric blanket for 24 > > hours prior to taking your temperature. > > ****************************** > > > > > > 2)If you are a female who menstruates, do the above test on the > > second and third day of your period in the same manner. > > > > 3) If you have a very young child and you are unable to take his > > armpit temperature, you can take the rectal temperature for two > > minutes. Normal would be 1 degree higher than the above, that is > > 98.8 degrees to 99.2 degrees. > > > > 4)Record your results below and bring this record to your physician. > > > > RESULTS: TEMPERATURE: > > > > Date:________ Day 1: ___________________ > > Date:________ Day 2: ___________________ > > Date:________ Day 3: ___________________ > > Date:________ Day 4: ___________________ > > Date:________ Day 5: ___________________ > > > > > > > > What are the symptoms of low thyroid production? > > You can think of the thyroid as the body's " carburetor " that > > controls the rate at which every cell from hair to toenails burns > > energy. It is no wonder that a lack of thyroid hormone production > > can cause a wide range of problems inter-related yet separate from > > PMS such as those in Table 5. > > > > TABLE 5 Some Possible Common Signs & Symptoms of a Low Functioning > > Thyroid (Hypothyroid) > > > > Hair Loss > > Cold Hands and Feet > > Fatigue > > Chronic Colds / Flu > > Brittle Nails > > Headaches > > Memory Loss > > Mild Depression > > Constipation > > PMS (Pre-Menstrual Syndrome) > > Worsening of Hot Flash/Night Sweats in Menopause > > Weight Gains > > High Blood Cholesterol > > > > Of all these, fatigue seems to be the most common complaint, which > > no amount of sleep seems to help. People who suffer from this > > overall feeling of chronic sluggishness tend to get depressed. They > > frequently lose hope, resigning themselves to a life of low level > > functioning. These same people are often very pleased to find that > a > > small dose of thyroid hormone will quickly improve their condition! > > Many allegedly " depressed " patients resume normal lifestyles > > enriched with exercise and brighter outlook within weeks after > being > > placed on natural thyroid medication. > > > > ************************************ > > Thyroid deficiency is one of the most common > > illnesses entering the physician's office today > > and it is a diagnosis often missed! > > ************************************ > > > > > > How does low thyroid affect susceptibility to infections? > > Dr. Broda has shown that many infections, (especially those > > of the respiratory tract such as pneumonia, tonsillitis, sore > > throats, middle ear infections and sinusitis) can be reduced when > > the body has proper amounts of thyroid. He has also shown that cold > > hands and feet of the hypothyroid patient signifies poor > circulation > > to the skin which results in a susceptibility to skin infections. > > There are very few people with skin diseases of any kind who would > > not be benefited by thyroid.[13] > > > > In severe thyroid deficiencies, the resistance to respiratory > > infections may be so low that the antibiotics are relatively > > ineffective. [14] > > > > Can a standard blood test indicate a thyroid problem? > > Dr. Broda has stated that, on the whole, blood tests are not > > sensitive enough to show a moderate thyroid deficiency and usually > > only indicate when thyroid levels are extremely low. A person can > > suffer from hypothyroidism and at the same time be within " normal " > > limits on thyroid blood level tests. An easier (and we might add > > more accurate) way to identify low levels of thyroid, is to take a > > simple basal (resting) body temperature reading with a standard > oral > > thermometer, a technique developed by Dr. Broda . > > > > Instructions on how to take this test are found above. > > > > Researchers at the Vascular Research Foundation have observed that > > laboratory tests failed to uncover even a minute fraction of > > hypothyroids. Although standard tests indicated that 85% of > patients > > had normal thyroid function, all of them showed marked and > > consistent benefits from thyroid supplementation.[15] > > > > Dr. Mark Gold, M.D. at Fair Oaks Hospital in New Jersey found a > > significant incidence of low-level hypothyroidism among psychiatric > > patients. This convinced him that depression is often the first > sign > > of low-level thyroid failure which is not detected by the usual > > blood thyroid function tests. [16] > > > > What are the relationships between thyroid and reproductive organs? > > The reproductive organs need a normal supply of thyroid hormone to > > function properly. Any abnormality in the menstrual cycle should be > > an indicator to have a Basal Temperature check as well as other > > tests. If there are abnormalities in the menstrual cycle, the > proper > > dosage of thyroid will usually correct or improve the condition. > > More than 90% of the menstrual disorders are improved with adequate > > thyroid therapy. [17] > > > > Low thyroid can also be a possible cause or infertility by > > contributing to ovulation problems in females and low sperm counts > > in men. > > > > What are some effects of hypothyroidism in children? > > Although some preschool children suffering from hypothyroidism may > > have a somewhat dull and apathetic appearance and be less active > > than normal youngsters, a few may be very nervous, hyperactive and > > unusually aggressive. Emotional problems and learning disabilities > > are frequent and a low thyroid child may cry for no apparent reason > > and object vigorously to any restrictions. Temper tantrums are > > common and are probably related to undue fatigue. These children > may > > sleep longer than other youngsters of their age, be a slow starter > > in the morning, have a short attention span, and compulsively go > > from one activity to another. Infections are common. Since some of > > these problems often have multiple causes, children frequently > > require treatment for allergies, environmental sensitivities, > > candidiasis, nutritional deficiencies, parasites, ingestion of lead > > and other toxins as well as thyroid therapy. > > > > What are some of the other benefits of proper thyroid amounts? > > Thyroid hormone also stimulates protein synthesis, that is, the > > buildup of protein from amino acids. Protein is necessary for > > replacing worn-out cells and for the manufacture of enzymes. A > > proper functioning thyroid also allows for the secretion of the sex- > > activating hormones, controls the rate of absorption of nutrients > > from the gastrointestinal tract, and is responsible for production > > of a compound known as retinene which is essential for visual > acuity > > at night. > > > > Hypothyroidism should always be considered in the differential > > diagnosis of children who are hyperactive. [18] > > > > > > How does estrogen affect hypothyroidism? > > Pharmacologic doses of estrogen depress the secretion of thyroid > > hormone by suppressing TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone). This is > > especially important if a woman is taking oral contraceptive pills. > > [19] > > > > > > Next Chapter 5 : MENOPAUSE > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Home / About Dr. Sklovsky / Patient Testimonials / Alternative > > Medicine / Introduction to Health Care / Program of Health Care / > > Free Articles /Tapes > > Copyright 2003 J Sklovsky ND > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 10, 2006 Report Share Posted September 10, 2006 Thanks Tina! I have the symptoms that were listed and so does my daughter, not all of them but more than 50%. I was told by my GP that I am within normal range and so is my daughter. I am doubting the effectiveness in the blood test as described below. Is an endorcrinologist considered a specialist in this? Who is recommended, what specialty doctor? One of my girlfriends years ago was actually admitted to a psych ward because of her thyroid condition. Later, after 30 days someone discovered she was low and got her on synthyroid, has been fine since. My symptoms are no where near that but I do think a slight problem may be involved. Moreso with my daughter, she has a weight problem additionally. > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Chapter 4 > > > > > > > > > LOW THYROID: > > > The Unsuspected Illness > > > > > > How can the thyroid affect my health? > > > During nearly 50 years of clinical practice, Dr. Broda , > > M.D., > > > Ph.D. has seen thousands of people suffering from undiagnosed > cases > > > of low thyroid function (hypothyroidism). His discoveries led > him > > to > > > write a book called " Hypothyroidism: The Unsuspected Illness " . > > > > > > What is the relationship between the thyroid and heart attacks? > > > Research over the past forty years has clearly shown a direct > > > relationship between heart attacks and thyroid deficiency, > > according > > > to Dr. Broda . The true culprit causing the increase in > heart > > > attacks is not necessarily how much cholesterol is consumed, but > > how > > > the cholesterol is assimilated in the body. Studies have shown > that > > > low thyroid levels causes a glue-like substance called mucin to > > > accumulate causing a cascade of biochemical changes leading to a > > > degeneration of the arteries. Other studies have shown that the > > > removal of the thyroid gland soon leads to atherosclerosis. [10] > > > > > > Researchers have discovered that mucin can even develop in > children > > > who have insufficient thyroid function. They found out that as > long > > > as thyroid is administered, the tissue would be normal. But if > > > thyroid therapy was stopped, mucin rose rapidly. If thyroid > therapy > > > was begun again, the mucin content returned to normal. > Therefore, > > > one of the many preventive measures that can be done to prevent > the > > > possibility of heart attacks is to ensure the proper amount of > > > thyroid is in the body. [11] > > > > > > ***************************************** > > > Research has shown that thyroid deficiency causes > > > hardening of the arteries. Thyroid therapy helps > > > reverse this and also reduces the risk of heart attacks. > > > ***************************************** > > > > > > > > > In his book, Dr. states that 40% of Americans suffer from > an > > > inadequate supply of thyroid hormone, an ingredient vital to > health > > > in the human body. > > > > > > Since about half of the population suffers from some degree of > > > thyroid deficiency, it would follow that administering proper > > > thyroid dosages could save thousands of lives each year. [12] > > > > > > ************************************** > > > It is the opinion of Dr. and the author that > > > natural thyroid is the best kind to use because it > > > contains all the essential thyroid components that > > > are not found in other thyroid drugs such as > > > Synthyroid®. > > > ************************************** > > > > > > > > > Dr. noted that hypothyroidism often goes undiagnosed > because > > > blood thyroid values are usually inaccurate. He recommends a > simple > > > test, called the Basal Temperature test, which the patient can > > > perform at home. > > > > > > Dr. has found the basal temperature to be one of the most > > > valid tests to evaluate thyroid function. The temperature test > > > should be done upon awakening in the morning, but before leaving > > > your bed. > > > > > > HOW TO TAKE THE BASAL TEMPERATURE TEST FOR DETERMINING LOW > THYROID > > > > > > 1) If you are male or a non-menstruating female, take a digital > > > thermometer or an oral mercury thermometer (which has been > shaken > > > down and placed at the bedside the previous evening) and place > it > > in > > > your armpit for 10 minutes immediately upon awakening while > lying > > > quietly in bed. Repeat the test three days in a row. Normal > > > temperature is 97.8 degrees to 98.2 degrees. If your temperature > is > > > low, your thyroid gland is probably underactive. > > > > > > *************Note************* > > > DO NOT use an electric blanket for 24 > > > hours prior to taking your temperature. > > > ****************************** > > > > > > > > > 2)If you are a female who menstruates, do the above test on the > > > second and third day of your period in the same manner. > > > > > > 3) If you have a very young child and you are unable to take his > > > armpit temperature, you can take the rectal temperature for two > > > minutes. Normal would be 1 degree higher than the above, that is > > > 98.8 degrees to 99.2 degrees. > > > > > > 4)Record your results below and bring this record to your > physician. > > > > > > RESULTS: TEMPERATURE: > > > > > > Date:________ Day 1: ___________________ > > > Date:________ Day 2: ___________________ > > > Date:________ Day 3: ___________________ > > > Date:________ Day 4: ___________________ > > > Date:________ Day 5: ___________________ > > > > > > > > > > > > What are the symptoms of low thyroid production? > > > You can think of the thyroid as the body's " carburetor " that > > > controls the rate at which every cell from hair to toenails > burns > > > energy. It is no wonder that a lack of thyroid hormone > production > > > can cause a wide range of problems inter-related yet separate > from > > > PMS such as those in Table 5. > > > > > > TABLE 5 Some Possible Common Signs & Symptoms of a Low > Functioning > > > Thyroid (Hypothyroid) > > > > > > Hair Loss > > > Cold Hands and Feet > > > Fatigue > > > Chronic Colds / Flu > > > Brittle Nails > > > Headaches > > > Memory Loss > > > Mild Depression > > > Constipation > > > PMS (Pre-Menstrual Syndrome) > > > Worsening of Hot Flash/Night Sweats in Menopause > > > Weight Gains > > > High Blood Cholesterol > > > > > > Of all these, fatigue seems to be the most common complaint, > which > > > no amount of sleep seems to help. People who suffer from this > > > overall feeling of chronic sluggishness tend to get depressed. > They > > > frequently lose hope, resigning themselves to a life of low > level > > > functioning. These same people are often very pleased to find > that > > a > > > small dose of thyroid hormone will quickly improve their > condition! > > > Many allegedly " depressed " patients resume normal lifestyles > > > enriched with exercise and brighter outlook within weeks after > > being > > > placed on natural thyroid medication. > > > > > > ************************************ > > > Thyroid deficiency is one of the most common > > > illnesses entering the physician's office today > > > and it is a diagnosis often missed! > > > ************************************ > > > > > > > > > How does low thyroid affect susceptibility to infections? > > > Dr. Broda has shown that many infections, (especially > those > > > of the respiratory tract such as pneumonia, tonsillitis, sore > > > throats, middle ear infections and sinusitis) can be reduced > when > > > the body has proper amounts of thyroid. He has also shown that > cold > > > hands and feet of the hypothyroid patient signifies poor > > circulation > > > to the skin which results in a susceptibility to skin > infections. > > > There are very few people with skin diseases of any kind who > would > > > not be benefited by thyroid.[13] > > > > > > In severe thyroid deficiencies, the resistance to respiratory > > > infections may be so low that the antibiotics are relatively > > > ineffective. [14] > > > > > > Can a standard blood test indicate a thyroid problem? > > > Dr. Broda has stated that, on the whole, blood tests are > not > > > sensitive enough to show a moderate thyroid deficiency and > usually > > > only indicate when thyroid levels are extremely low. A person > can > > > suffer from hypothyroidism and at the same time be > within " normal " > > > limits on thyroid blood level tests. An easier (and we might add > > > more accurate) way to identify low levels of thyroid, is to take > a > > > simple basal (resting) body temperature reading with a standard > > oral > > > thermometer, a technique developed by Dr. Broda . > > > > > > Instructions on how to take this test are found above. > > > > > > Researchers at the Vascular Research Foundation have observed > that > > > laboratory tests failed to uncover even a minute fraction of > > > hypothyroids. Although standard tests indicated that 85% of > > patients > > > had normal thyroid function, all of them showed marked and > > > consistent benefits from thyroid supplementation.[15] > > > > > > Dr. Mark Gold, M.D. at Fair Oaks Hospital in New Jersey found a > > > significant incidence of low-level hypothyroidism among > psychiatric > > > patients. This convinced him that depression is often the first > > sign > > > of low-level thyroid failure which is not detected by the usual > > > blood thyroid function tests. [16] > > > > > > What are the relationships between thyroid and reproductive > organs? > > > The reproductive organs need a normal supply of thyroid hormone > to > > > function properly. Any abnormality in the menstrual cycle should > be > > > an indicator to have a Basal Temperature check as well as other > > > tests. If there are abnormalities in the menstrual cycle, the > > proper > > > dosage of thyroid will usually correct or improve the condition. > > > More than 90% of the menstrual disorders are improved with > adequate > > > thyroid therapy. [17] > > > > > > Low thyroid can also be a possible cause or infertility by > > > contributing to ovulation problems in females and low sperm > counts > > > in men. > > > > > > What are some effects of hypothyroidism in children? > > > Although some preschool children suffering from hypothyroidism > may > > > have a somewhat dull and apathetic appearance and be less active > > > than normal youngsters, a few may be very nervous, hyperactive > and > > > unusually aggressive. Emotional problems and learning > disabilities > > > are frequent and a low thyroid child may cry for no apparent > reason > > > and object vigorously to any restrictions. Temper tantrums are > > > common and are probably related to undue fatigue. These children > > may > > > sleep longer than other youngsters of their age, be a slow > starter > > > in the morning, have a short attention span, and compulsively go > > > from one activity to another. Infections are common. Since some > of > > > these problems often have multiple causes, children frequently > > > require treatment for allergies, environmental sensitivities, > > > candidiasis, nutritional deficiencies, parasites, ingestion of > lead > > > and other toxins as well as thyroid therapy. > > > > > > What are some of the other benefits of proper thyroid amounts? > > > Thyroid hormone also stimulates protein synthesis, that is, the > > > buildup of protein from amino acids. Protein is necessary for > > > replacing worn-out cells and for the manufacture of enzymes. A > > > proper functioning thyroid also allows for the secretion of the > sex- > > > activating hormones, controls the rate of absorption of > nutrients > > > from the gastrointestinal tract, and is responsible for > production > > > of a compound known as retinene which is essential for visual > > acuity > > > at night. > > > > > > Hypothyroidism should always be considered in the differential > > > diagnosis of children who are hyperactive. [18] > > > > > > > > > How does estrogen affect hypothyroidism? > > > Pharmacologic doses of estrogen depress the secretion of thyroid > > > hormone by suppressing TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone). This > is > > > especially important if a woman is taking oral contraceptive > pills. > > > [19] > > > > > > > > > Next Chapter 5 : MENOPAUSE > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Home / About Dr. Sklovsky / Patient Testimonials / Alternative > > > Medicine / Introduction to Health Care / Program of Health > Care / > > > Free Articles /Tapes > > > Copyright 2003 J Sklovsky ND > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 10, 2006 Report Share Posted September 10, 2006 We hear this all the time--- best bet is really a DO who understands thyroid and that can take some searching. http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/002020.htm sometimes you can find a endo that knows what he is doing--but many aren't taught free t3 and free t4 testing (this shows what hormone is getting into the cell wall) you can have circulating numbers but that does not mean you have enough inside the cell---- Also many are only trained on one type of thyroid disease--- And many don't understand the adrenal connection--- so it's very difficult to get the correct doctor and then it's even more difficult for them to READ your lab work RIGHT!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! that is why there are so many new cases--and so many groups on this subject NOW. And it's very familar as well!!!!! also age related. > > > > > > > > > Woops did a blank post. Tina, what temprature would be > considered > > > abnormal and below with our example? Do digital thermometers > > work? > > > Do you bring the results to the doctor and he can prescribe based > > off > > > the findings? > > > > > > > > > > > > --- In gallstones , " tina83862 " <tina83862@> wrote: > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Chapter 4 > > > > > > > > > > > > LOW THYROID: > > > > The Unsuspected Illness > > > > > > > > How can the thyroid affect my health? > > > > During nearly 50 years of clinical practice, Dr. Broda , > > > M.D., > > > > Ph.D. has seen thousands of people suffering from undiagnosed > > cases > > > > of low thyroid function (hypothyroidism). His discoveries led > > him > > > to > > > > write a book called " Hypothyroidism: The Unsuspected Illness " . > > > > > > > > What is the relationship between the thyroid and heart attacks? > > > > Research over the past forty years has clearly shown a direct > > > > relationship between heart attacks and thyroid deficiency, > > > according > > > > to Dr. Broda . The true culprit causing the increase in > > heart > > > > attacks is not necessarily how much cholesterol is consumed, > but > > > how > > > > the cholesterol is assimilated in the body. Studies have shown > > that > > > > low thyroid levels causes a glue-like substance called mucin to > > > > accumulate causing a cascade of biochemical changes leading to > a > > > > degeneration of the arteries. Other studies have shown that the > > > > removal of the thyroid gland soon leads to atherosclerosis. [10] > > > > > > > > Researchers have discovered that mucin can even develop in > > children > > > > who have insufficient thyroid function. They found out that as > > long > > > > as thyroid is administered, the tissue would be normal. But if > > > > thyroid therapy was stopped, mucin rose rapidly. If thyroid > > therapy > > > > was begun again, the mucin content returned to normal. > > Therefore, > > > > one of the many preventive measures that can be done to prevent > > the > > > > possibility of heart attacks is to ensure the proper amount of > > > > thyroid is in the body. [11] > > > > > > > > ***************************************** > > > > Research has shown that thyroid deficiency causes > > > > hardening of the arteries. Thyroid therapy helps > > > > reverse this and also reduces the risk of heart attacks. > > > > ***************************************** > > > > > > > > > > > > In his book, Dr. states that 40% of Americans suffer > from > > an > > > > inadequate supply of thyroid hormone, an ingredient vital to > > health > > > > in the human body. > > > > > > > > Since about half of the population suffers from some degree of > > > > thyroid deficiency, it would follow that administering proper > > > > thyroid dosages could save thousands of lives each year. [12] > > > > > > > > ************************************** > > > > It is the opinion of Dr. and the author that > > > > natural thyroid is the best kind to use because it > > > > contains all the essential thyroid components that > > > > are not found in other thyroid drugs such as > > > > Synthyroid®. > > > > ************************************** > > > > > > > > > > > > Dr. noted that hypothyroidism often goes undiagnosed > > because > > > > blood thyroid values are usually inaccurate. He recommends a > > simple > > > > test, called the Basal Temperature test, which the patient can > > > > perform at home. > > > > > > > > Dr. has found the basal temperature to be one of the > most > > > > valid tests to evaluate thyroid function. The temperature test > > > > should be done upon awakening in the morning, but before > leaving > > > > your bed. > > > > > > > > HOW TO TAKE THE BASAL TEMPERATURE TEST FOR DETERMINING LOW > > THYROID > > > > > > > > 1) If you are male or a non-menstruating female, take a digital > > > > thermometer or an oral mercury thermometer (which has been > > shaken > > > > down and placed at the bedside the previous evening) and place > > it > > > in > > > > your armpit for 10 minutes immediately upon awakening while > > lying > > > > quietly in bed. Repeat the test three days in a row. Normal > > > > temperature is 97.8 degrees to 98.2 degrees. If your > temperature > > is > > > > low, your thyroid gland is probably underactive. > > > > > > > > *************Note************* > > > > DO NOT use an electric blanket for 24 > > > > hours prior to taking your temperature. > > > > ****************************** > > > > > > > > > > > > 2)If you are a female who menstruates, do the above test on the > > > > second and third day of your period in the same manner. > > > > > > > > 3) If you have a very young child and you are unable to take > his > > > > armpit temperature, you can take the rectal temperature for two > > > > minutes. Normal would be 1 degree higher than the above, that > is > > > > 98.8 degrees to 99.2 degrees. > > > > > > > > 4)Record your results below and bring this record to your > > physician. > > > > > > > > RESULTS: TEMPERATURE: > > > > > > > > Date:________ Day 1: ___________________ > > > > Date:________ Day 2: ___________________ > > > > Date:________ Day 3: ___________________ > > > > Date:________ Day 4: ___________________ > > > > Date:________ Day 5: ___________________ > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > What are the symptoms of low thyroid production? > > > > You can think of the thyroid as the body's " carburetor " that > > > > controls the rate at which every cell from hair to toenails > > burns > > > > energy. It is no wonder that a lack of thyroid hormone > > production > > > > can cause a wide range of problems inter-related yet separate > > from > > > > PMS such as those in Table 5. > > > > > > > > TABLE 5 Some Possible Common Signs & Symptoms of a Low > > Functioning > > > > Thyroid (Hypothyroid) > > > > > > > > Hair Loss > > > > Cold Hands and Feet > > > > Fatigue > > > > Chronic Colds / Flu > > > > Brittle Nails > > > > Headaches > > > > Memory Loss > > > > Mild Depression > > > > Constipation > > > > PMS (Pre-Menstrual Syndrome) > > > > Worsening of Hot Flash/Night Sweats in Menopause > > > > Weight Gains > > > > High Blood Cholesterol > > > > > > > > Of all these, fatigue seems to be the most common complaint, > > which > > > > no amount of sleep seems to help. People who suffer from this > > > > overall feeling of chronic sluggishness tend to get depressed. > > They > > > > frequently lose hope, resigning themselves to a life of low > > level > > > > functioning. These same people are often very pleased to find > > that > > > a > > > > small dose of thyroid hormone will quickly improve their > > condition! > > > > Many allegedly " depressed " patients resume normal lifestyles > > > > enriched with exercise and brighter outlook within weeks after > > > being > > > > placed on natural thyroid medication. > > > > > > > > ************************************ > > > > Thyroid deficiency is one of the most common > > > > illnesses entering the physician's office today > > > > and it is a diagnosis often missed! > > > > ************************************ > > > > > > > > > > > > How does low thyroid affect susceptibility to infections? > > > > Dr. Broda has shown that many infections, (especially > > those > > > > of the respiratory tract such as pneumonia, tonsillitis, sore > > > > throats, middle ear infections and sinusitis) can be reduced > > when > > > > the body has proper amounts of thyroid. He has also shown that > > cold > > > > hands and feet of the hypothyroid patient signifies poor > > > circulation > > > > to the skin which results in a susceptibility to skin > > infections. > > > > There are very few people with skin diseases of any kind who > > would > > > > not be benefited by thyroid.[13] > > > > > > > > In severe thyroid deficiencies, the resistance to respiratory > > > > infections may be so low that the antibiotics are relatively > > > > ineffective. [14] > > > > > > > > Can a standard blood test indicate a thyroid problem? > > > > Dr. Broda has stated that, on the whole, blood tests are > > not > > > > sensitive enough to show a moderate thyroid deficiency and > > usually > > > > only indicate when thyroid levels are extremely low. A person > > can > > > > suffer from hypothyroidism and at the same time be > > within " normal " > > > > limits on thyroid blood level tests. An easier (and we might > add > > > > more accurate) way to identify low levels of thyroid, is to > take > > a > > > > simple basal (resting) body temperature reading with a standard > > > oral > > > > thermometer, a technique developed by Dr. Broda . > > > > > > > > Instructions on how to take this test are found above. > > > > > > > > Researchers at the Vascular Research Foundation have observed > > that > > > > laboratory tests failed to uncover even a minute fraction of > > > > hypothyroids. Although standard tests indicated that 85% of > > > patients > > > > had normal thyroid function, all of them showed marked and > > > > consistent benefits from thyroid supplementation.[15] > > > > > > > > Dr. Mark Gold, M.D. at Fair Oaks Hospital in New Jersey found a > > > > significant incidence of low-level hypothyroidism among > > psychiatric > > > > patients. This convinced him that depression is often the first > > > sign > > > > of low-level thyroid failure which is not detected by the usual > > > > blood thyroid function tests. [16] > > > > > > > > What are the relationships between thyroid and reproductive > > organs? > > > > The reproductive organs need a normal supply of thyroid hormone > > to > > > > function properly. Any abnormality in the menstrual cycle > should > > be > > > > an indicator to have a Basal Temperature check as well as other > > > > tests. If there are abnormalities in the menstrual cycle, the > > > proper > > > > dosage of thyroid will usually correct or improve the > condition. > > > > More than 90% of the menstrual disorders are improved with > > adequate > > > > thyroid therapy. [17] > > > > > > > > Low thyroid can also be a possible cause or infertility by > > > > contributing to ovulation problems in females and low sperm > > counts > > > > in men. > > > > > > > > What are some effects of hypothyroidism in children? > > > > Although some preschool children suffering from hypothyroidism > > may > > > > have a somewhat dull and apathetic appearance and be less > active > > > > than normal youngsters, a few may be very nervous, hyperactive > > and > > > > unusually aggressive. Emotional problems and learning > > disabilities > > > > are frequent and a low thyroid child may cry for no apparent > > reason > > > > and object vigorously to any restrictions. Temper tantrums are > > > > common and are probably related to undue fatigue. These > children > > > may > > > > sleep longer than other youngsters of their age, be a slow > > starter > > > > in the morning, have a short attention span, and compulsively > go > > > > from one activity to another. Infections are common. Since some > > of > > > > these problems often have multiple causes, children frequently > > > > require treatment for allergies, environmental sensitivities, > > > > candidiasis, nutritional deficiencies, parasites, ingestion of > > lead > > > > and other toxins as well as thyroid therapy. > > > > > > > > What are some of the other benefits of proper thyroid amounts? > > > > Thyroid hormone also stimulates protein synthesis, that is, the > > > > buildup of protein from amino acids. Protein is necessary for > > > > replacing worn-out cells and for the manufacture of enzymes. A > > > > proper functioning thyroid also allows for the secretion of the > > sex- > > > > activating hormones, controls the rate of absorption of > > nutrients > > > > from the gastrointestinal tract, and is responsible for > > production > > > > of a compound known as retinene which is essential for visual > > > acuity > > > > at night. > > > > > > > > Hypothyroidism should always be considered in the differential > > > > diagnosis of children who are hyperactive. [18] > > > > > > > > > > > > How does estrogen affect hypothyroidism? > > > > Pharmacologic doses of estrogen depress the secretion of > thyroid > > > > hormone by suppressing TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone). This > > is > > > > especially important if a woman is taking oral contraceptive > > pills. > > > > [19] > > > > > > > > > > > > Next Chapter 5 : MENOPAUSE > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Home / About Dr. Sklovsky / Patient Testimonials / Alternative > > > > Medicine / Introduction to Health Care / Program of Health > > Care / > > > > Free Articles /Tapes > > > > Copyright 2003 J Sklovsky ND > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted September 10, 2006 Report Share Posted September 10, 2006 http://www.dpcweb.com/medical/thyroid/thyroid_tests_tsh.html info to use > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Chapter 4 > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > LOW THYROID: > > > > > The Unsuspected Illness > > > > > > > > > > How can the thyroid affect my health? > > > > > During nearly 50 years of clinical practice, Dr. Broda > , > > > > M.D., > > > > > Ph.D. has seen thousands of people suffering from > undiagnosed > > > cases > > > > > of low thyroid function (hypothyroidism). His discoveries > led > > > him > > > > to > > > > > write a book called " Hypothyroidism: The Unsuspected > Illness " . > > > > > > > > > > What is the relationship between the thyroid and heart > attacks? > > > > > Research over the past forty years has clearly shown a > direct > > > > > relationship between heart attacks and thyroid deficiency, > > > > according > > > > > to Dr. Broda . The true culprit causing the increase > in > > > heart > > > > > attacks is not necessarily how much cholesterol is consumed, > > but > > > > how > > > > > the cholesterol is assimilated in the body. Studies have > shown > > > that > > > > > low thyroid levels causes a glue-like substance called mucin > to > > > > > accumulate causing a cascade of biochemical changes leading > to > > a > > > > > degeneration of the arteries. Other studies have shown that > the > > > > > removal of the thyroid gland soon leads to atherosclerosis. > [10] > > > > > > > > > > Researchers have discovered that mucin can even develop in > > > children > > > > > who have insufficient thyroid function. They found out that > as > > > long > > > > > as thyroid is administered, the tissue would be normal. But > if > > > > > thyroid therapy was stopped, mucin rose rapidly. If thyroid > > > therapy > > > > > was begun again, the mucin content returned to normal. > > > Therefore, > > > > > one of the many preventive measures that can be done to > prevent > > > the > > > > > possibility of heart attacks is to ensure the proper amount > of > > > > > thyroid is in the body. [11] > > > > > > > > > > ***************************************** > > > > > Research has shown that thyroid deficiency causes > > > > > hardening of the arteries. Thyroid therapy helps > > > > > reverse this and also reduces the risk of heart attacks. > > > > > ***************************************** > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > In his book, Dr. states that 40% of Americans suffer > > from > > > an > > > > > inadequate supply of thyroid hormone, an ingredient vital to > > > health > > > > > in the human body. > > > > > > > > > > Since about half of the population suffers from some degree > of > > > > > thyroid deficiency, it would follow that administering > proper > > > > > thyroid dosages could save thousands of lives each year. [12] > > > > > > > > > > ************************************** > > > > > It is the opinion of Dr. and the author that > > > > > natural thyroid is the best kind to use because it > > > > > contains all the essential thyroid components that > > > > > are not found in other thyroid drugs such as > > > > > Synthyroid®. > > > > > ************************************** > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Dr. noted that hypothyroidism often goes undiagnosed > > > because > > > > > blood thyroid values are usually inaccurate. He recommends a > > > simple > > > > > test, called the Basal Temperature test, which the patient > can > > > > > perform at home. > > > > > > > > > > Dr. has found the basal temperature to be one of the > > most > > > > > valid tests to evaluate thyroid function. The temperature > test > > > > > should be done upon awakening in the morning, but before > > leaving > > > > > your bed. > > > > > > > > > > HOW TO TAKE THE BASAL TEMPERATURE TEST FOR DETERMINING LOW > > > THYROID > > > > > > > > > > 1) If you are male or a non-menstruating female, take a > digital > > > > > thermometer or an oral mercury thermometer (which has been > > > shaken > > > > > down and placed at the bedside the previous evening) and > place > > > it > > > > in > > > > > your armpit for 10 minutes immediately upon awakening while > > > lying > > > > > quietly in bed. Repeat the test three days in a row. Normal > > > > > temperature is 97.8 degrees to 98.2 degrees. If your > > temperature > > > is > > > > > low, your thyroid gland is probably underactive. > > > > > > > > > > *************Note************* > > > > > DO NOT use an electric blanket for 24 > > > > > hours prior to taking your temperature. > > > > > ****************************** > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > 2)If you are a female who menstruates, do the above test on > the > > > > > second and third day of your period in the same manner. > > > > > > > > > > 3) If you have a very young child and you are unable to take > > his > > > > > armpit temperature, you can take the rectal temperature for > two > > > > > minutes. Normal would be 1 degree higher than the above, > that > > is > > > > > 98.8 degrees to 99.2 degrees. > > > > > > > > > > 4)Record your results below and bring this record to your > > > physician. > > > > > > > > > > RESULTS: TEMPERATURE: > > > > > > > > > > Date:________ Day 1: ___________________ > > > > > Date:________ Day 2: ___________________ > > > > > Date:________ Day 3: ___________________ > > > > > Date:________ Day 4: ___________________ > > > > > Date:________ Day 5: ___________________ > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > What are the symptoms of low thyroid production? > > > > > You can think of the thyroid as the body's " carburetor " that > > > > > controls the rate at which every cell from hair to toenails > > > burns > > > > > energy. It is no wonder that a lack of thyroid hormone > > > production > > > > > can cause a wide range of problems inter-related yet > separate > > > from > > > > > PMS such as those in Table 5. > > > > > > > > > > TABLE 5 Some Possible Common Signs & Symptoms of a Low > > > Functioning > > > > > Thyroid (Hypothyroid) > > > > > > > > > > Hair Loss > > > > > Cold Hands and Feet > > > > > Fatigue > > > > > Chronic Colds / Flu > > > > > Brittle Nails > > > > > Headaches > > > > > Memory Loss > > > > > Mild Depression > > > > > Constipation > > > > > PMS (Pre-Menstrual Syndrome) > > > > > Worsening of Hot Flash/Night Sweats in Menopause > > > > > Weight Gains > > > > > High Blood Cholesterol > > > > > > > > > > Of all these, fatigue seems to be the most common complaint, > > > which > > > > > no amount of sleep seems to help. People who suffer from > this > > > > > overall feeling of chronic sluggishness tend to get > depressed. > > > They > > > > > frequently lose hope, resigning themselves to a life of low > > > level > > > > > functioning. These same people are often very pleased to > find > > > that > > > > a > > > > > small dose of thyroid hormone will quickly improve their > > > condition! > > > > > Many allegedly " depressed " patients resume normal lifestyles > > > > > enriched with exercise and brighter outlook within weeks > after > > > > being > > > > > placed on natural thyroid medication. > > > > > > > > > > ************************************ > > > > > Thyroid deficiency is one of the most common > > > > > illnesses entering the physician's office today > > > > > and it is a diagnosis often missed! > > > > > ************************************ > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > How does low thyroid affect susceptibility to infections? > > > > > Dr. Broda has shown that many infections, (especially > > > those > > > > > of the respiratory tract such as pneumonia, tonsillitis, > sore > > > > > throats, middle ear infections and sinusitis) can be reduced > > > when > > > > > the body has proper amounts of thyroid. He has also shown > that > > > cold > > > > > hands and feet of the hypothyroid patient signifies poor > > > > circulation > > > > > to the skin which results in a susceptibility to skin > > > infections. > > > > > There are very few people with skin diseases of any kind who > > > would > > > > > not be benefited by thyroid.[13] > > > > > > > > > > In severe thyroid deficiencies, the resistance to > respiratory > > > > > infections may be so low that the antibiotics are relatively > > > > > ineffective. [14] > > > > > > > > > > Can a standard blood test indicate a thyroid problem? > > > > > Dr. Broda has stated that, on the whole, blood tests > are > > > not > > > > > sensitive enough to show a moderate thyroid deficiency and > > > usually > > > > > only indicate when thyroid levels are extremely low. A > person > > > can > > > > > suffer from hypothyroidism and at the same time be > > > within " normal " > > > > > limits on thyroid blood level tests. An easier (and we might > > add > > > > > more accurate) way to identify low levels of thyroid, is to > > take > > > a > > > > > simple basal (resting) body temperature reading with a > standard > > > > oral > > > > > thermometer, a technique developed by Dr. Broda . > > > > > > > > > > Instructions on how to take this test are found above. > > > > > > > > > > Researchers at the Vascular Research Foundation have > observed > > > that > > > > > laboratory tests failed to uncover even a minute fraction of > > > > > hypothyroids. Although standard tests indicated that 85% of > > > > patients > > > > > had normal thyroid function, all of them showed marked and > > > > > consistent benefits from thyroid supplementation.[15] > > > > > > > > > > Dr. Mark Gold, M.D. at Fair Oaks Hospital in New Jersey > found a > > > > > significant incidence of low-level hypothyroidism among > > > psychiatric > > > > > patients. This convinced him that depression is often the > first > > > > sign > > > > > of low-level thyroid failure which is not detected by the > usual > > > > > blood thyroid function tests. [16] > > > > > > > > > > What are the relationships between thyroid and reproductive > > > organs? > > > > > The reproductive organs need a normal supply of thyroid > hormone > > > to > > > > > function properly. Any abnormality in the menstrual cycle > > should > > > be > > > > > an indicator to have a Basal Temperature check as well as > other > > > > > tests. If there are abnormalities in the menstrual cycle, > the > > > > proper > > > > > dosage of thyroid will usually correct or improve the > > condition. > > > > > More than 90% of the menstrual disorders are improved with > > > adequate > > > > > thyroid therapy. [17] > > > > > > > > > > Low thyroid can also be a possible cause or infertility by > > > > > contributing to ovulation problems in females and low sperm > > > counts > > > > > in men. > > > > > > > > > > What are some effects of hypothyroidism in children? > > > > > Although some preschool children suffering from > hypothyroidism > > > may > > > > > have a somewhat dull and apathetic appearance and be less > > active > > > > > than normal youngsters, a few may be very nervous, > hyperactive > > > and > > > > > unusually aggressive. Emotional problems and learning > > > disabilities > > > > > are frequent and a low thyroid child may cry for no apparent > > > reason > > > > > and object vigorously to any restrictions. Temper tantrums > are > > > > > common and are probably related to undue fatigue. These > > children > > > > may > > > > > sleep longer than other youngsters of their age, be a slow > > > starter > > > > > in the morning, have a short attention span, and > compulsively > > go > > > > > from one activity to another. Infections are common. Since > some > > > of > > > > > these problems often have multiple causes, children > frequently > > > > > require treatment for allergies, environmental > sensitivities, > > > > > candidiasis, nutritional deficiencies, parasites, ingestion > of > > > lead > > > > > and other toxins as well as thyroid therapy. > > > > > > > > > > What are some of the other benefits of proper thyroid > amounts? > > > > > Thyroid hormone also stimulates protein synthesis, that is, > the > > > > > buildup of protein from amino acids. Protein is necessary > for > > > > > replacing worn-out cells and for the manufacture of enzymes. > A > > > > > proper functioning thyroid also allows for the secretion of > the > > > sex- > > > > > activating hormones, controls the rate of absorption of > > > nutrients > > > > > from the gastrointestinal tract, and is responsible for > > > production > > > > > of a compound known as retinene which is essential for > visual > > > > acuity > > > > > at night. > > > > > > > > > > Hypothyroidism should always be considered in the > differential > > > > > diagnosis of children who are hyperactive. [18] > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > How does estrogen affect hypothyroidism? > > > > > Pharmacologic doses of estrogen depress the secretion of > > thyroid > > > > > hormone by suppressing TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone). > This > > > is > > > > > especially important if a woman is taking oral contraceptive > > > pills. > > > > > [19] > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Next Chapter 5 : MENOPAUSE > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Home / About Dr. Sklovsky / Patient Testimonials / > Alternative > > > > > Medicine / Introduction to Health Care / Program of Health > > > Care / > > > > > Free Articles /Tapes > > > > > Copyright 2003 J Sklovsky ND > > > > > > > > > > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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