Posts Tagged ‘autoimmune thyroid’
Test for Hashimoto’s Thyroid
To make it simple, there is a test for Hashimoto’s Thyroid on blood work. Actually, there are two: thyroid peroxidase antibody (TPO), thyroglobulin antibody (TGAb). Even though most MD’s do not order these tests, they are very important. In fact, a common complaint that I hear from patients is that their Endocrinologist doesn’t even want…
Read MoreThyroid Nodules Q & A
Here is a question that we recently received regarding thyroid nodules. QUESTION: I’m confused. Have a friend that has nodule over 4 mm and they will remove half thyroid. Mine are 4.4mm with no surgery, but have Hashimotos. Why does she get surgery and I don’t? My throat closes and I end up with whatever…
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