DocSym
β
Searchsearch
Search
(Y42.1) Thyroid hormones and substitutes
More details coming soon
32 715 in individuals diagnosis thyroid hormones and substitutes confirmed
1 076 deaths with diagnosis thyroid hormones and substitutes
3% mortality rate associated with the disease thyroid hormones and substitutes
Diagnosis thyroid hormones and substitutes is diagnosed Women are 26.21% more likely than Men
12 070
Men receive the diagnosis thyroid hormones and substitutes
397 (3.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
100
95
90
85
80
75
70
65
60
55
50
45
40
35
30
25
20
15
10
5
0
20 645
Women receive the diagnosis thyroid hormones and substitutes
679 (3.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease thyroid hormones and substitutes - Men aged 65-69 and Women aged 75-79
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 20-29, 60-74, 80-84
Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 5-19, 30-59, 75-79, 85-95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 5-9, 35-39, 45-59, 65-69, 85-95+
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-5, 10-34, 40-44, 60-64, 70-84
Disease Features thyroid hormones and substitutes
Absence or low individual and public risk
Thyroid hormones and substitutes - what does this mean
Thyroid hormones and substitutes are used to treat thyroid disorders, which occur when the thyroid gland does not produce enough hormones. this can be caused by an autoimmune disorder, an injury or surgery to the thyroid gland, radiation therapy, or certain medications. the hormones and substitutes can help to regulate the body's metabolism, heart rate, and body temperature, and can help to reduce symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, depression, and dry skin.
What happens during the disease - thyroid hormones and substitutes
Thyroid hormones and substitutes are used to treat a variety of conditions, including hypothyroidism and goiter. hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland does not produce enough hormones, resulting in a decrease in metabolism, fatigue, weight gain, and other symptoms. goiter occurs when the thyroid gland enlarges and produces too much of the hormone, resulting in an increased metabolism, weight loss, and other symptoms. substitutes are used to replace the hormones the thyroid gland is not producing and to reduce the size of the goiter.
Clinical Pattern
More details coming soon
How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical examination
- Blood tests to measure thyroid hormones
- Thyroid ultrasound
- Thyroid scintigraphy
- Radioactive iodine uptake test
- Thyroid biopsy
- Substitution therapy
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main Goal: To treat the disease of Thyroid hormones and substitutes
- Prescribe oral thyroid hormone replacement therapy.
- Monitor patient's response to treatment.
- Adjust the dosage of thyroid hormone as needed.
- Prescribe thyroid hormone substitutes such as levothyroxine.
- Monitor patient's response to treatment.
- Adjust the dosage of thyroid hormone substitutes as needed.
- Educate patient on the importance of taking their medication.
- Provide patient with information on proper diet and lifestyle changes to help manage the disease.
- Refer patient to a nutritionist or dietitian for further assistance.
- Refer patient to an endocrinologist for further evaluation and treatment.
10 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Thyroid hormones and substitutes - Prevention
The best way to prevent thyroid hormone and substitute-related diseases is to maintain a healthy lifestyle, including a balanced diet, regular exercise, adequate sleep, and stress management. additionally, it is important to have regular check-ups with a healthcare provider to ensure that thyroid hormone levels are within the normal range, and to monitor for early signs of thyroid disease.