2007-01-23 08:05:26 · 13 answers · asked by Flower girl 3 in Health ➔ Diseases & Conditions ➔ Other - Diseases
Thanks for answers so far. The reason I ask is that I already have an underactive thyroid, but my Doc has ordered an MRI scan as well. I am not too sure why, so thought it must be to do with the thyroid. I didn't realise that was in the neck. Oops!
2007-01-23 08:22:53 · update #1
Unfortunately, an MRI brain scan will only show the brain. Unless, the doctor ordered to have the thyroid checked, the thyroid gland will not be seen. Have never heard of the MRI exam for the thyroid. Unfortunately, an MRI will not tell you if your thyroid is functioning or not. What you need to test the function of you thyroid are blood test specifically T3, T4 and TSH.
2007-01-23 08:12:29 · answer #1 · answered by KarlYKT 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
A little lower please!...The thyroid is in the neck, thyroid function is measured by checking a t-3, t-4, tsh, (thyroid stimulating hormone) by looking at those an endocrinologist can properly assess function. There is a radioactive iodine test also, but that is used only if there is a diagnosed problem in the first place. (note that the thyroid used iodine to make it's hormones)
2007-01-23 08:13:57 · answer #2 · answered by filch_felonious 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland that sits low on the front of the neck. Your thyroid lies below your Adam’s apple, along the front of the windpipe. The thyroid has two side lobes, connected by a bridge (isthmus) in the middle. When the thyroid is its normal size, you’re unlikely to be able to feel it.
All types of hyperthyroidism are due to overproduction of thyroid hormones, but the condition can develop in several ways.
Thyroid hormone production can be suppressed or halted completely in these ways: https://tr.im/eN96l
2015-01-29 04:09:44 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
No on the MRI.
FYI - I had a thyroid problem and 2 regular blood tests still didn't show it. And I was SICKKKKKKK!!! Recently the thyroid association changed their ranges for if a patient is 'sick' or 'not' no matter how you feel. Go to specialists....an endocrinologist, a nathropahtic doctor for tests. Heck I even did a consult with an herbalist and SHE said it was underfunctioning!
GOOD LUCK
2007-01-23 08:16:51 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Thyroid disease is one of the most common health problems we face today. From a practical standpoint, there are many ways to approach this issue. Learn here https://tr.im/vA4Aw
Hypothyroidism, or underactive thyroid, is a very common problem, and there are many reasons for this, including drinking chlorinated and fluoridated water, and eating brominated flour.
Chlorine, fluoride, and bromine are all in the same family as iodine, and can displace iodine in your thyroid gland.
Secondly, many people simply aren't getting enough iodine in their diet to begin with. The amount you get from iodized salt is just barely enough to prevent you from getting a goiter.
2016-02-09 09:41:13 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
A scan of the brain will show exactly that. Blood tests (TSH, T3, T4) are required to show the functioning of the thyroid gland....see your GP.
2007-01-23 08:18:37 · answer #6 · answered by Jo 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The thyroid isn't in the brain. It's in your neck. You have to have a specific nuclear test for that.
2007-01-23 08:09:01 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
no they do not, there is a specific test for thyroid function some have over active some have under active, if your doc did not explain this to you find a new one
2007-01-23 08:11:45 · answer #8 · answered by VEE 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Your thyroid is not in your brain. A brain scan will not show your thyroid.
2007-01-23 08:09:02 · answer #9 · answered by Shibi 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Relaxation is the key. Sit down, shift around a bit, make yourself comfy. Close your eyes, then take 10 slow, deep breaths. Next, spend some time thinking about each part of your body... feet, legs, stomach, back, shoulders, arms, hands, neck, head. For each part, think about how it feels. Is it tense? If so, make a conscious choice to relax it. Does it hurt? Why? Move to make it more comfortable. Keep your breathing slow, deep, rhythmic. This routine should take you about a minute if done properly. It ought to take about 20-30 bpm off your heart rate
2016-03-28 23:06:20 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋