http://www.medindia.net/healthnews/screening-tests-for-thyroid-dysfunction-news.asp Medindia largest health website in india. en-us Copyright 2013. All Rights Reserved. Tue, 18 Jun 2013 16:33:44 GMT http://www.medindia.net/news/mild-hypothyroidism-raises-mortality-risk-in-heart-patients-119476-1.htm According to a recent study accepted for publication in The Endocrine Society's iJournal of Clinical Endocrinology (and) Metabolism/i (JCEM), patients with underlying heart failure are more likely to experience adverse outcomes from mild hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism occurs when an underactive thyroid does not produce enough hormones. More than 9.5 million people nationwide have hypothyroidism. People who have thyroid function at the low end of the normal range have subclinical hypothyroidism, also called mild hypothyroidism....]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/mild-hypothyroidism-raises-mortality-risk-in-heart-patients-119476-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/sofia-vergara-on-hypothyroidism-117661-1.htm Emmy-nominated actress Sofia Vergara spills the beans on her personal experience with thyroid cancer, and is now the spokeswoman for a campaign to raise awareness of hypothyroidism. Now 39, the "Modern Family" star said she was diagnosed with thyroid cancer at 28 and had to have her thyroid removed. "I was very young, and when they tell you that word (cancer), it's like, 'What are you talking about?' You always think, 'death'. You don't - that's all you think when they tell you that. So ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/sofia-vergara-on-hypothyroidism-117661-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/new-genetic-mutation-related-to-hypothyroidism-syndrome-107386-1.htm New studies finds the link between the new genetic mutation and the hypothyroidism syndrome. Loss of function in the X-linked immunoglobulin superfamily member 1 (IGSF1) gene causes central hypothyroidism, testicular enlargement, and variable prolactin deficiency, according to data presented at the 82nd Annual Meeting of the American Thyroid Association in QuA (Copy Right) bec City, QuA (Copy Right) bec, Canada. "ICSF1 involvement in central hypothyroidism is an important discovery because it creates inroads into ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/new-genetic-mutation-related-to-hypothyroidism-syndrome-107386-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/subclincial-hyperthyroidism-does-not-lead-to-cardiovascular-mortality-107370-1.htm In a recent study it was found that subclinical hyperthyroidism is not associated with cardiovascular or overall mortality. Hyperthyroidism is associated with a number of health concerns, chief among them being cardiovascular disease. Though subclinical hyperthyroidism mimics some of the features of classic hyperthyroidism, new data show that a link to cardiovascular disease is not one of them," said Douglas Forrest, PhD, of the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/subclincial-hyperthyroidism-does-not-lead-to-cardiovascular-mortality-107370-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/new-guidelines-for-hypothyroidism-issued-107049-1.htm Experts have developed a new clinical guidelines for hypothyroidism, which is a result of an underactive thyroid gland that loses its potential to produce enough thyroid hormone. The new guidelines, developed jointly by the American Thyroid Association (ATA) and American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE), are available free online on the iThyroid/i website. A task force representing the ATA and AACE reviewed the medical literature and current standards of care and developed ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/new-guidelines-for-hypothyroidism-issued-107049-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/excess-iodine-intake-during-pregnancy-linked-to-congenital-hypothyroidism-104751-1.htm A study has linked excess maternal iodine supplementation to congenital hypothyroidism in newborns. Congenital hypothyroidism is thyroid hormone deficiency at birth that, if left untreated, can lead to neurocognitive impairments in infants and children. Although the World Health Organization recommends 200-300 g of iodine daily during pregnancy for normal fetal thyroid hormone production and neurocognitive development, the US Institute of Medicine considers 1,100 g to be the safe upper limit for daily ingestion....]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/excess-iodine-intake-during-pregnancy-linked-to-congenital-hypothyroidism-104751-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/study-links-excess-maternal-iodine-supplementation-with-congenital-hypothyroidism-104639-1.htm Maternal iodine supplementation linked to congenital hypothyroidism (thyroid hormone deficiency at birth), reveals study published in The iJournal of Pediatrics/i. Kara Connelly, MD, and colleagues from Oregon Health (and) Science University, Doernbecher Children's Hospital, Boston University School of Medicine, State of Oregon Public Health Laboratory, and Randall Children's Hospital at Legacy Emanuel describe three infants with congenital hypothyroidism whose mothers had taken 12.5 mg ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/study-links-excess-maternal-iodine-supplementation-with-congenital-hypothyroidism-104639-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/hyperthyroidism-linked-to-coronary-artery-disease-mortality-risk-100467-1.htm Subclinical hyperthyroidism associated with higher risk of mortality, coronary heart disease and atrial fibrillation, reveals report published in iArchives of Internal Medicine/i. Subclinical hyperthyroidism is defined by low thyrotropin levels with normal concentrations of free thyroxine (FT 4 ) and triiodothyronine (T 3 ). The condition has been associated with cardiovascular system effects, including an increased heart rate, and observational studies have suggested an association with ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/hyperthyroidism-linked-to-coronary-artery-disease-mortality-risk-100467-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/antenatal-thyroid-screening-ineffective-97309-1.htm Antenatal thyroid screening fails to improve the IQ levels in 3-year-olds, reveals research. Scientists from Cardiff University's School of Medicine working with colleagues from The Wolfson Institute of Preventive Medicine at Barts and the London School of Medicine and Dentistry, Queen Mary University of London, and colleagues from Turin, Italy took blood samples from more than 20,000 women at about 13-weeks of pregnancy to test for thyroid function. Women were randomly assigned to one of two groups....]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/antenatal-thyroid-screening-ineffective-97309-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/New-Guidelines-for-Managing-Thyroid-Disease-in-Pregnancy-Driven-by-Harmful-Effects-of-Hypothyroidism-on-Maternal-and-Fetal-Health-88261-1.htm New clinical guidelines for diagnosing and managing thyroid disease during this critical period have been derived from emerging data clarifying the risks of insufficient thyroid activity during pregnancy on the health of the mother and fetus, and on the future intellectual development of the child. The guidelines, developed by an American Thyroid Association (ATA) expert task force, are presented in IThyroid/I, a peer-reviewed journal published by A HREF="http:www.liebertpub.com"Mary Ann Liebert, Inc....]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/New-Guidelines-for-Managing-Thyroid-Disease-in-Pregnancy-Driven-by-Harmful-Effects-of-Hypothyroidism-on-Maternal-and-Fetal-Health-88261-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/Subclinical-Hyperthyroidism-Linked-to-Death-Risk-in-Elderly-86021-1.htm In older adults, subclinical hyperthyroidism - a common hormone abnormality is associated with an increased risk of dying, reveals study. Because this condition sometimes does not even cause symptoms, elderly people may be unaware they have altered thyroid function until serious complications occur, said the study''s main author, Graziano Ceresini, MD, PhD, a clinical researcher at the University of Parma in Italy. "Subclinical hyperthyroidism can be responsible for important medical problems, ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/Subclinical-Hyperthyroidism-Linked-to-Death-Risk-in-Elderly-86021-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/Hyperthyroidism-On-The-Rise-In-Shanghai-60099-1.htm Hyperthyroidism is increasing rapidly among white collar workers in Shanghai. In general, the workers there seem to suffer from bouts of anxiety, palpitations, trembling, heavy sweating and insomnia, it is reported. It could all be due to the working and living conditions in the booming Chinese town. But when such symptoms are extreme and persistent, doctors suspect hyperthyroidism - overproduction of thyroid hormones that stimulate metabolism. Hyperthyroidism could be triggered by immune system ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/Hyperthyroidism-On-The-Rise-In-Shanghai-60099-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/Hyperthyroidism-Maybe-Behind-Karolina-Kurkovas-Weight-Woes-46185-1.htm Victoria's Secret supermodel Karolina Kurkova has received a lot of criticism for her fuller-than-usual figure over recent months. But if rumours are to be believed, she is suffering from hyperthyroidism, a thyroid disorder that can slow down the body's metabolism. The 24-year-old was blasted by the Brazilian media for her "cellulite and love handles" after walking in Sao Paulo Fashion Week in June, and was then harshly dubbed "too fat" by fashion critics following the lavish lingerie show in November, reports Fox News....]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/Hyperthyroidism-Maybe-Behind-Karolina-Kurkovas-Weight-Woes-46185-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/Sub-Clinical-Hypothyroidism-may-Raise-Death-Risk-42626-1.htm People with moderate subclinical hypothyroidism , a condition in which the thyroid is mildly underactive, are at an increased mortality risk, a new study has revealed. SCH - indicated by a raised thyroid-stimulating hormone but normal thyroxine level is detectable only through blood tests. With the help of Preventive Cardiology Information System, the team from the Cleveland Clinic studied more than 6,000 patients They evaluated TSH at each patient's initial visit and linked with demographic and laboratory data....]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/Sub-Clinical-Hypothyroidism-may-Raise-Death-Risk-42626-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/Treatment-for-Hypothyroidism-may-Not-Cause-Weight-Loss-in-Children-31459-1.htm A recent study at the University of Kentucky has revealed that children with hypothyroidism aren't likely to loose weight while being treated for the condition. Hypothyroidism is commonly believed to be a cause of weight gain, however, the treatment for the same may not drop pounds, the researchers say. "Parents of overweight children often desire a 'quick fix' for the problem and request thyroid tests, but, unfortunately, screening for hypothyroidism is not the answer," said the study's lead author, Dr....]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/Treatment-for-Hypothyroidism-may-Not-Cause-Weight-Loss-in-Children-31459-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/New-Molecular-Regulators-of-Hyperthyroidism-and-Goiter-24893-1.htm The thyroid gland has an important role in determining how much energy the body burns. Thyroid gland functions are regulated by a hormone known as thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH). Increased levels of TSH, as well as increased signaling through the receptor for TSH, result in hyperthyroidism and goiter. Signals downstream of the receptor for TSH had been thought to be mediated mainly by a protein complex known as Gs. But now, a study that appears online on August 9, in advance of publication ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/New-Molecular-Regulators-of-Hyperthyroidism-and-Goiter-24893-1.htm http://www.medindia.net/news/view_news_main.asp?x=5823 Researches from the Cardiovascular Research Institute have now found out that heart disease can be reduced by effective treatment of disorders affecting the thyroid gland. Aggressive treatment of hypothyroidism and borderline hypothyroidism is hoped to reduce the incidence of cardiovascular diseases to a significant extent. The study has however been conducted in rats, the results of which can be extrapolated to human beings as well. The observation serves as a ray of hope for the U.S. population ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/view_news_main.asp?x=5823 http://www.medindia.net/news/view_news_main.asp?x=820 Researchers from UK say that, babies of mother's with hypothyroidism are likely to have a low IQ. The thyroid gland secretes hormones which control metabolism, growth and development. Symptoms hypothyroidism include tiredness, dry skin and weight gain. Children born with an underactive thyroid gland can suffer learning difficulties. Pregnant women with the condition are more prone to a potentially life-threatening condition called pre-eclampsia and to have their babies prematurely. Because foetuses' ...]]> http://www.medindia.net/news/view_news_main.asp?x=820