THYROID PARADOX: How To Get The Best Care For Hypothyroidism

For people who suffer from low thyroid, or think they might, and want to learn more, especially those unsatisfied with their current treatment, this book is the answer. An estimated 5.8 percent of women and 3.4 percent of men in the United States are hypothyroid (low thyroid). Low thyroid is common, yet, paradoxically, it may be rampantly overlooked. Why? As readers will discover in The Thyroid Paradox, there is a pervasive oversimplification of thyroid science and mainstream treatment of thyroid patients today. Current thyroid testing has weaknesses and should be interpreted, not in a vacuum, but as part of a diagnostic process based on all the evidence. Too often, doctors simply stick to test results and miss patients suffering from subtle hypothyroidism. The Thyroid Paradox is for the person who's been told 'It's not your thyroid,' without then being told convincingly what the problem is. It is for those whose doctors have said nothing is wrong with them but know there must be some reason for that chronic fatigue, body aching, weight gain, dry skin, constipation, 'brain fog,' depression, or menstrual irregularity. This book provides the answers. Readers will learn about: The loopholes in current thyroid testing Hidden forms of hypothyroidism and how to detect them The best strategies for thyroid replacement How patients can work with their doctors as partners in treating hypothyroidism The path out of the thyroid paradox is engaged teamwork involving both doctor and patient. This book provides readers with the knowledge needed to communicate and work with their doctors to get the treatment they deserve.