Thyroid Shadow Disease

Thyroid shadow disease, or syndrome, is a condition marked by an imbalance in the thyroid gland. As this imbalance is typically only slight, it is easy for doctors to fail to detect it, leaving the condition undiagnosed. This can lead to years of health problems and misdiagnoses, which can lead to a doctor prescribing unnecessary and ineffective medications that make the condition worse.

Who It Affects

• Women are seven times more likely to develop thyroid problems than men, and they have a 20 percent chance of contracting the disease during their lifetime. As symptoms can mimic those of other illnesses, doctors often misdiagnose thyroid shadow disease and prescribe incorrect medication. Those with a history of thyroid disease in their family are at a higher risk of developing the condition, and exposure to certain environments or pharmaceutical products can also contribute to a heightened risk.

Cause

• Some of the primary causes of thyroid shadow disease include exposure to radiation, consumption of drugs such as lithium and Cordarone, and excessive intake of soy products, which are isoflavone-intensive, or uncooked goitrogenic foods such as broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower and kale.

Symptoms

• Because the thyroid gland is responsible for the release of hormones that control conditions such as mental alertness, blood pressure, weight and energy level, thyroid shadow disease can cause a variety of numerous unpleasant symptoms, such as fatigue, anxiety and weight changes.

Prevention

• Currently, there are no known techniques for preventing thyroid problems, and the most effective course of action is early detection by consulting a medical professional. This will make dealing with the disease more manageable and can prevent the onset of more serious problems, such as thyrotoxic crisis or a coma.

Treatment

• If you notice any symptoms and haven't already been tested for thyroid disease, consult your doctor and insist on a test. If the results are negative, suggest the possibility of thyroid shadow disease and discuss possible pharmaceutical or natural remedies. Some doctors may suggest hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism medications or even surgery in some cases, depending on the severity of the disease. However, most doctors usually patients to monitor their health carefully, as thyroid shadow disease is classified as a trace imbalance.