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San Francisco Bay Area Thyroid Doctors

The San Francisco Bay Area Thyroid and Thyroid Disorder Doctors Directory features Thyroid Specialists who treat Hypothyroid, Hyperthyroid, Hashimoto’s and other thyroid disorders. The Thyroid Specialists featured on the Bay Area Thyroid Doctors Locator develop individualized hormone optimization programs to help men and women suffering from thyroid disorders.

The thyroid gland is one of the most important glands in the body and helps to regulate several essential bodily functions. The thyroid gland secretes and regulates thyroid hormones, which play a large role in the metabolism, energy and heat production, cellular repair, and vitamin absorption. Different factors can trigger thyroid hormone to be produced insufficiently or excessively, and some of these factors include aging, hormone imbalances, environmental factors, and poor lifestyle choices. When thyroid hormone is not produced in correct amounts, the body cannot function properly. San Francisco Bay Area Thyroid Doctors can use Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy can help patients re-balance levels of thyroid hormone.

Bioidentical Hormones and Thyroid Disorders

Hypothyroidism, which is a condition that occurs when the thyroid gland does not produce sufficient amounts of thyroid hormone, is most commonly a result of aging or Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis. Typically, hypothyroidism is common in post-menopausal women, but both men and women of all ages can suffer from this condition. A lack of thyroid hormone can lead to several health conditions because it slows down important metabolic functions, which can adversely affect the body’s ability to stay warm, digestive functions, and the menstrual cycle.

Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis is an autoimmune condition that occurs when the body attacks the entire thyroid gland, and it usually causes the thyroid gland to be underactive. For this reason, Hashimoto’s typically manifests with symptoms of hypothyroidism; however, it can inflame the thyroid gland, leading to an over production of thyroid hormone, which results in symptoms of hyperthyroidism. Hashimoto’s can often be managed through avoiding certain triggers, which can include gluten, allergens, high stress, or sex hormone imbalances.

Symptoms of an Underactive Thyroid (Hypothyroidism)

  • Intolerance to cold
  • Fatigue and general weakness
  • Weight gain and/or difficulty losing weight
  • Decreased desire for sexual intimacy
  • Muscle aches
  • Dry skin
  • Hair loss or an increased coarseness to the hair
  • Irritability
  • Depression
  • Constipation
  • Memory lapses or trouble concentrating

Symptoms of an Overactive Thyroid (Hyperthyroidism)

  • Rapid heartbeat
  • Increased number of bowel movements daily
  • Anxiety and nervousness
  • Difficulty sleeping
  • Unintended weight loss
  • Irregular heartbeat or heart palpitations
  • Trembling hands
  • Extremes in moods

Although hypothyroidism typically sets in at a much faster rate that hyperthyroidism, the symptoms of either may come on so subtly that you don’t notice the changes in your body at first. By the time most people seek treatment for a thyroid disorder, they are already feeling the effects of several symptoms all at once. Although hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism can make you miserable, there is relief using Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy.

San Francisco Bay Area Thyroid Doctors Directory of Thyroid Specialists who treat many different thyroid disorders with Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy programs designed to the specific needs of each individual patient. Contact a San Francisco Bay Area Thyroid Specialist today to learn more about Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy.

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