Symptoma

Injury of the Thyroid Gland

Neck Injury Thyroid Gland

Patients with unilateral vocal fold paralysis present with postoperative hoarseness. Presentation is often subacute and voice changes may not present for days or weeks. Unilateral paralysis may resolve spontaneously. [patient.info]

Presentation The clinical presentation of a patient with SLN paralysis may be subtle. Most patients do not notice any change. On occasion, a patient presents with mild hoarseness or decreased vocal stamina. [emedicine.medscape.com]

Patients with suppurative thyroiditis commonly present with acute unilateral anterior neck pain and erythema of the skin overlying an exquisitely tender thyroid. Fever, dysphagia, and dysphonia also are present. [aafp.org]

Because the thyroid gland is located in the anterior cervix, neck pain without swelling may be the only presenting symptom immediately after neck trauma. [bmcresnotes.biomedcentral.com]

The presentation of diminished thyroid function during severe or chronic illness of unrelated etiology is often difficult to determine and its treatment is controversial. [hormonesmatter.com]

  • Goiter

    Multinodular Goiter A multi-nodular goiter is an enlarged thyroid gland with a goiter comprised of multiple thyroid nodules. [surgery.ucsf.edu]

    A total thyroidectomy may be done for cancer, but also benign thyroid conditions that affect both lobes, such as Graves' disease, multinodular goiter, and substernal goiter, among others. [umm.edu]

    Acute increase in goiter size during a normal pregnancy: an exceptional case report. Thyroid 2003;13:881–884. CrossRef PubMed Google Scholar 8. Grace RH, Shilling JS. [link.springer.com]

    secondary toxic goiter, diffuse toxic goiter relapsing after full medical treatment, selected cases of thyroiditis (Hashimoto's thyroiditis) and thyroid cancer. [mmj.eg.net]

    Few cases have been published, mostly in patients with pre-existing goiter or thyroid adenoma, and this may explain the isolated thyroid gland hemorrhage.1-4, 7 In our two patients there was no history of goiter, thyroid gland adenoma, or hyperthyroidism [redorbit.com]

  • Thyroid Nodule

    Leonard Wartofsky and Douglas Van Nostrand, this gold standard reference is divided into 11 Parts: General Considerations on Thyroid Cancer; General Considerations on Nuclear Medicine; the Thyroid Nodule; Well-Differentiated Thyroid Cancer; Variants of [books.google.com]

    What is a Thyroid Nodule? A thyroid nodule is simply a lump or mass in the thyroid gland. Thyroid nodules are relatively common; 6% of adult women and 2% of adult men in the U.S. have a thyroid nodule that can be felt on examination. [surgery.ucsf.edu]

    The pathologist will look at one or two sections of the thyroid nodule specimen in question while the patient is still in the operating room to see if is cancer present. [umm.edu]

    Patient selection: blunt trauma to the thyroid gland and adjacent structures Type of Injury Grade small lacerations to the parenchyma of the thyroid gland I bleeding into thyroid nodules I subcapsular hematoma in the thyroid gland I rupture of the thyroid [meducator3.net]

    […] exophthalmos (bulging eyes) Thyroid nodule, if fine needle aspirate (FNA) results are unclear [1] Types [ edit ] A lobectomy of the thyroid gland Hemithyroidectomy—Entire isthmus is removed along with 1 lobe. [en.wikipedia.org]

  • Pathologist

    An indispensable reference source with chapters written by the field’s leading authoritative experts, Thyroid Cancer: A Comprehensive Guide to Clinical Management, Third Edition, will be of great interest to not only pathologists, endocrine surgeons, [books.google.com]

    The pathologist will look at one or two sections of the thyroid nodule specimen in question while the patient is still in the operating room to see if is cancer present. [umm.edu]

    […] or high, then most individuals with a thyroid nodule larger than 1.0 to 1.5 cm (1/2 inch) in diameter as well as those with a suspicious goiter need to have a fine needle aspiration biopsy to obtain thyroid cells for cytologic evaluation by an expert pathologist [surgery.ucsf.edu]

    Use of videostroboscopy and laryngeal EMG has enhanced the ability of otolaryngologists and speech pathologists to diagnose SLN paralysis. Videostroboscopy demonstrates an asymmetric, mucosal traveling wave. [emedicine.medscape.com]

  • Dental Caries

    Radiation to the mouth and jaw can cause permanent dry mouth, resulting in an increased number of dental caries and damage to the jawbone. Radiation to the lungs can cause lung inflammation (radiation pneumonitis). [merckmanuals.com]

  • Neck Mass

    It often presents as a rapidly expanding neck mass with swallowing and breathing difficulties. Direct invasion of the voice box, trachea and esophagus is common. These cancers are often too large and invasive to be removed surgically. [kumc.edu]

[…] identification and preservation of the RLN minimizes the risk of injury. [1] Evaluation Techniques for assessing vocal fold mobility include indirect and fiberoptic laryngoscopy Documentation of vocal fold mobility should be a routine part of the preoperative workup [emedicine.medscape.com]

  • Candida

    Additionally, the lack of energy and heartburn which I now know were caused by candida overgrowth have also disappeared in a matter of weeks. I feel so rejuvenated and lucky to have found your system. [es.slideshare.net]

    Candida is a common infection, but unfortunately, not many people pay attention to it, nor treat it. Poor levels of healthy gut bacteria create a perfect environment for the yeast. [juicing-for-health.com]

    Rona: Vitamin D: The Sunshine Vitamin Complete Candida Yeast Guidebook (co-authored with Jeanne Marie Martin). References · Barnes, Broda O. Hypothyroidism, The Unsuspected Illness. Harper and Rowe, 1976. · Stephen Langer, M.D. and James Scheer. [vitalitymagazine.com]

    It varies: an uncontrolled infection low iodine too much iodine food sensitivities intestinal permeability caused by SIBO (small intestinal bacterial overgrowth) or uncontrolled candida any gut issues even parasites like Blastocystis Hominis and others [stopthethyroidmadness.com]

A classification and an algorithm for diagnosis and treatment of thyroid gland injuries is proposed. A literature review reveals 16 case reports. [journals.lww.com]

There is a valuable reference atlas of scan images and illustrations, and a scholarly summary of the side effects of radioiodine and how to avoid or minimize adverse effects of treatment. [books.google.com]

Thyroid Storm Medical Treatment Treatment of thyroid storm consists of life support measures to support vital organ function along with attempts to reduce thyroid hormone release. [emedicinehealth.com]

After starting treatment, it may take several weeks or months for hormone levels to adjust to the normal range. On average, total treatment time is between 1 and 2 years, but it can take longer. [medicalnewstoday.com]

Thyroiditis treatment Treatment for thyroiditis depends on your type and what symptoms you have. If you have symptoms of hyperthyroidism, your doctor may prescribe a medicine called a beta blocker. [familydoctor.org]

Well-differentiated Thyroid Carcinoma This form of thyroid cancer has an excellent prognosis, especially for people under 45 years of age. [kumc.edu]

Furthermore, EMG may yield information concerning the prognosis of the patient with RLN injury. [emedicine.medscape.com]

Thoroughly revised and extensively expanded, this encyclopedic, highly acclaimed title addresses all aspects of the etiology, pathogenesis, diagnosis, initial treatment and long-term management of all varieties of thyroid cancer. [books.google.com]

The presentation of diminished thyroid function during severe or chronic illness of unrelated etiology is often difficult to determine and its treatment is controversial. [hormonesmatter.com]

Thyroiditis is an inflammation of the thyroid gland that has several etiologies and can be associated with normal, elevated, or depressed thyroid function, often with evolution from one condition to another. [aafp.org]

Regardless of the etiology, the management is unchanged. If uncertainty remains 6 months after surgery, PTH levels may be checked evaluate recovery of parathyroid gland function. [emedicine.medscape.com]

The etiology of Anaplastic Carcinoma is unknown and is considered by most to be incurable. It often presents as a rapidly expanding neck mass with swallowing and breathing difficulties. [kumc.edu]

Clinical review 169: interferon-alpha-related thyroid disease: pathophysiological, epidemiological, and clinical aspects. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2004;89:3656–61. 23. Schuppert F, Rambusch E, Kirchner H, Atzpodien J, Kohn LD, von zur Muhlen A. [aafp.org]

When the thyroid is compromised, a range of other pathophysiological processes emerge, including demyelination. [hormonesmatter.com]

Clinical review 169: interferon-alpha-related thyroid disease: pathophysiological, epidemiological, and clinical aspects. J Clin Endocrinol Metab. 2004;89:3656–61. 23. Schuppert F, Rambusch E, Kirchner H, Atzpodien J, Kohn LD, von zur Muhlen A. [aafp.org]

It is very important that the surgeon preserves the parathyroid glands when removing the thyroid gland to prevent this serious complication. [surgicaloncology.net.au]

Prevention Preoperative awareness of the hyperthyroid patient and appropriate medical treatment are the keys preventing thyrotoxic storm. [emedicine.medscape.com]

Infection — occurs in about 1/2000 thyroid operations, and the routine use of antibiotics to prevent infection is not necessary. In general, the neck is a clean area that usually does not get infected. [endocrinediseases.org]

Louis combine their diverse skills and knowledge to relieve patients of all ages of chronic health conditions, as well as advising them about ways to prevent future illnesses and injuries. [thevanguardclinic.com]

Thyroid Storm Prevention Thyroid storm can be prevented with early treatment of hyperthyroidism and recognition of the warning symptoms of thyroid storm. Thyroid Storm Prognosis Thyroid storm is a very serious condition that can result in death. [emedicinehealth.com]