Thyroid diseases are common among women, affecting one in eight women during their lifetime. At Urgyn in Atlanta, Georgia, the exceptional OB/GYN team diagnoses and treats thyroid disorders, including hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, and numerous others. Schedule a thyroid hormone evaluation at Urgyn by calling the office or requesting an appointment online today.
Thyroid diseases affect your thyroid gland, a small gland in your neck that produces thyroid hormone. This hormone affects many body functions, particularly your metabolism (how quickly you burn calories).
Examples of thyroid diseases include:
Women are more likely than men to experience thyroid disease.
Thyroid disorders can cause the following symptoms:
See your provider at the first sign of new or unusual symptoms.
Anyone can develop thyroid diseases, but common risk factors include:
Women are about 5-8 times more likely than men to experience thyroid disorders.
Diagnosing thyroid diseases at Urgyn includes reviewing your symptoms and medical history, completing a physical exam, and ordering blood tests to evaluate your hormone levels. You might undergo an ultrasound to create detailed images of your thyroid gland and detect possible problems.
Treating thyroid disease may include:
If you need thyroid surgery or have a complex thyroid condition, the Urgyn team offers referrals to another specialist who can assist you. Some people with thyroid disease require surgery to remove all or part of their thyroid gland.
Maintaining an ideal body weight, getting enough sleep, eating nutritious foods, and exercising regularly are also important. Follow up with your provider periodically to ensure your thyroid hormone levels remain within an ideal range.
Schedule a thyroid disease evaluation at Urgyn by calling the office or requesting an appointment online today.