THYROID DYSFUNCTION SPECIALIST IN NYC | HYPOTHYROIDISM TREATMENT MANHATTAN

Dr. Fazylova, a functional and integrative medicine doctor, and the staff at NYC Integrative Health Center offer treatment for Thyroid Dysfunction, Hypothyroidism consisting of herbal supplements, nutritional vitamins and minerals, bioidentical hormones, and other medical treatment options. Integrative Health and Wellbeing at ReBalance of Radiance Aesthetics & Wellness. We offer an integrative, functional medicine as well as a holistic health and wellness approach to treat thyroid disease and a wide variety of symptoms and conditions including hormonal imbalances, chronic fatigue, sexual dysfunction and weight management.

WHAT IS A THYROID GLAND?

The thyroid gland is located in the front of the neck, and it has two sides or lobes. This tiny butterfly-shaped organ is a powerful energy and metabolism machine in our body. It affects almost all body functions and regulates the metabolism, which turns food into energy.

The thyroid gland acts like the body’s sensory barometer. The main function of the thyroid is converting calories and oxygen into energy. It helps to regulate blood pressure, metabolism, body temperature, growth, and heart rate.

MALFUNCTIONING THYROID GLAND

If the thyroid gland is malfunctioning and not producing enough hormones, our whole body slows down.

Malfunctioning thyroid gland symptoms are:

Lethargy
Fatigue
Constipation
Intolerance to cold

An overactive thyroid, on the other hand, can cause symptoms of increased metabolism such as:

Anxiety
Agitation
Heart palpitations
Intolerance to heat

WHAT ARE THE SPECIFIC KINDS OF THYROID DISORDERS?

Before starting the treatment, our doctor will determine the exact type and cause of your thyroid disorder. There are specific kinds of thyroid disorders that include:

Hypothyroidism. This condition occurs when the thyroid gland doesn’t produce enough thyroid hormone. The most common cause of this disease is iodine deficiency in the diet. If left untreated, hypothyroidism can lead to high morbidity or even lethal outcome.
Hyperthyroidism. A pathological disorder that occurs due to an excess of thyroid hormone. It can be caused by an autoimmune disorder such as Graves’ disease. Common symptoms include fatigue, anxiety, tremor, insomnia, weight loss, and sweating.
Goiter. This disorder indicates an enlargement of the thyroid gland. Causes can be physiological or pathological, the most prominent of which is iodine deficiency. Goiter is often related to hypothyroidism, euthyroidism, or hyperthyroidism.
Thyroid nodules. Abnormal growth of the thyroid gland characterized by the formation of hard or fluid-filled lumps. Thyroid nodules are often asymptomatic. Risk factors can include obesity, smoking, alcohol consumption, and metabolic issues.
Thyroid cancer. This is a rare malignancy that can be divided into 4 main types: follicular, papillary, anaplastic, and medullary. Risk factors may include goiter, high doses of radiation, and hereditary syndromes.

WHAT CAUSES THYROID DYSFUNCTION?

There are multiple causes of thyroid dysfunction, starting with genetics. If you have a family member with a history of thyroid disease, your chances of developing a similar disease in the future are much higher.

Other causes might include previous surgery to the thyroid gland and certain medications such as:

Sulfa drugs
Estrogen dominance
Birth control pills
Lithium
Amiodarone

Our toxic environment also has a direct impact on your thyroid health. Excessive amounts of fluoride, chloride, and bromide added to our water and our food interfere with your iodine function, which might predispose you to decreased thyroid function.

WHAT ARE THE SYMPTOMS OF THYROID DYSFUNCTION?

Symptoms of thyroid dysfunction vary depending on an individual, and since adrenal fatigue often accompanies thyroid dysfunction, many of the symptoms of these two conditions overlap.

Below is a partial list of the most common symptoms people with imbalanced thyroid hormones experience.

Underactive Thyroid (hypothyroidism)	Overactive Thyroid (hyperthyroidism)
Cold intolerance—especially hands and feet	Feeling hot
Constipation	Sweating
Weight gain	Problems falling asleep
Fatigue	Racing thoughts
Forgetfulness	Difficulty focusing
Decreased libido or sexual dysfunction	Forgetfulness
Dry hair and dry skin	Elevated heart rate and heart palpitations
Brittle nails	Anxiety, nervousness, or irritability
Muscle cramps	Fatigue
Depression	Weight loss
Decreased menstrual flow	Menstrual problems
Swelling in the front of the neck (goiter)	Change in bowel function—loose stool

DIAGNOSING THYROID DYSFUNCTION

If your thyroid quiz led you to suspect that you might be developing a thyroid imbalance, you are one step closer to your recovery.

To confirm your diagnosis of thyroid disease we might need to perform a blood test to measure levels of thyroid hormones such as TSH, free T3, and T4, total and reverse T3, thyroid peroxidase antibodies, and antithyroid antibodies can be done.

If you happen to have an enlarged thyroid we might recommend an ultrasound of your thyroid to detect any cysts and nodules that you might have developed. A 24-hour urine collection might be ordered to check your iodine levels if we suspect you of having an iodine deficiency.

Self-test at Home to Confirm Thyroid Imbalance

You can also perform a self-test at home to confirm your thyroid imbalance. To do this, you need a thermometer to perform a basal body temperature test. Check your temperature using a regular mercury thermometer early in the morning before you get out of bed. Hold the thermometer for 10 minutes in your armpit, and record your temperature.

Repeat this test for at least 3 days. Make sure to perform this test when you are not ovulating, starting on day 3 of your cycle. Healthy individuals usually have a basal body temperature of 98.4oF and above. If your basal body temperature is below 97.8oF, you might have an underactive thyroid.

TREATMENT OF THYROID DYSFUNCTION

To treat your thyroid, we might offer nutritional counseling and prescribe you a thyroid dysfunction treatment consisting of herbal supplements, nutritional vitamins and minerals, bioidentical hormones and other medical treatment options available. In our practice, we use an individual approach to help treat the thyroid function of our patients.

To treat thyroid disease we utilize natural thyroid hormones, such as Nature-Throid among others, to adjust the doses of the medication and achieve optimum results for the patient.

We also recommend testing and treating underlying adrenal fatigue while treating thyroid dysfunction. Thyroid medication causes an increase in metabolism and places an increased demand on adrenal function and cortisol production.

Therefore, individuals with adrenal fatigue will not be able to meet the increased metabolic demand and will feel much worse after taking their thyroid medication. If this is the case, the adrenal function should be treated first before initiating treatment for thyroid imbalance.

WHAT CAN I DO TO HELP TO TREAT MY THYROID?

Thyroid disease treatment starts with changes to your diet and lifestyle to decrease your stress levels and to provide your body with enough support to heal itself. Some foods affect thyroid gland function and should be restricted from your diet.

Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, mustard, and kale are considered goitrogenic, which means they might interfere with thyroid hormone production. Other products on the list are soy isoflavones, millet, strawberries, spinach, and peaches.

To decrease the goitrogenic effects of cruciferous vegetables, you should eat them cooked or steamed; soy products should be fermented or cultured and paired with iodine-containing seaweed products such as Kombu or Nori.

DECREASE EXPOSURE TO TOXINS

Another effective treatment for thyroid disease is to eliminate or decrease your exposure to products that have high levels of environmental toxins such as fluoride, chloride, and bromide. Since these elements are present in tap water, purchasing a water filter is a good solution.

SUPPLEMENTS

There are also some supplements that might benefit you if you have a thyroid imbalance including:

Vitamins A, C, E, and B complex
Magnesium
Selenium
Iodine
Zinc
Coenzyme Q10.
Ashwagandha is an adaptogenic herb that has been shown to benefit adrenal and thyroid gland function and is recommended to patients with those imbalances.

In our practice, we will provide you with a comprehensive thyroid disease treatment plan including lifestyle modification, proper nutrition, appropriate dosages of medications and supplements to help you heal your thyroid dysfunction and achieve your optimal health.

Dr. Fazylova and the Staff at ReBalance of Radiance Aesthetics & Wellness strive to provide holistic and individualized care to help you on your journey to better health and vibrant appearance.

You don’t have to experience all of these symptoms to be diagnosed with a thyroid imbalance. Having only 3–4 symptoms might be a sufficient indication of your thyroid function. Take a Thyroid quiz to find out if you have a thyroid imbalance. DIAGNOSING THYROID DYSFUNCTION If your thyroid quiz led you to suspect that you might be developing a thyroid imbalance, you are one step closer to your recovery. To confirm your diagnosis of thyroid disease we might need to perform a blood test to measure levels of thyroid hormones such as TSH, free T3 and T4, total and reverse T3, thyroid peroxidase antibodies, and antithyroid antibodies can be done. If you happen to have an enlarged thyroid we might recommend an ultrasound of your thyroid to detect any cysts and nodules that you might have developed. A 24-hour urine collection might be ordered to check your iodine levels if we suspect you of having an iodine deficiency. Self-test at Home to Confirm Thyroid Imbalance You can also perform a self-test at home to confirm your thyroid imbalance. To do this, you need a thermometer to perform a basal body temperature test. Check you temperature using a regular mercury thermometer early in the morning before you get out of bed. Hold the thermometer for 10 minutes in your armpit, and record your temperature. Repeat this test for at least 3 days. Make sure to perform this test when you are not ovulating, starting on day 3 of your cycle. Healthy individuals usually have a basal body temperature of 98.4oF and above. If your basal body temperature is below 97.8oF, you might have an underactive thyroid. TREATMENT OF THYROID DYSFUNCTION To treat your thyroid, we might offer nutritional counseling and prescribe you a thyroid dysfunction treatment consisting of herbal supplements, nutritional vitamins and minerals, bioidentical hormones and other medical treatment options available. In our practice, we use an individual approach to help treat the thyroid function of our patients. To treat thyroid disease we utilize natural thyroid hormones, such as Nature-Throid among others, to adjust the doses of the medication and achieve optimum results for the patient. We also recommend testing and treating underlying adrenal fatigue while treating thyroid dysfunction. Thyroid medication causes an increase in metabolism and places an increased demand on adrenal function and cortisol production. Therefore, individuals with adrenal fatigue will not be able to meet the increased metabolic demand and will feel much worse after taking their thyroid medication. If this is the case, adrenal function should be treated first before initiating treatment for thyroid imbalance. WHAT CAN I DO TO HELP TO TREAT MY THYROID? Thyroid disease treatment starts with changes to your diet and lifestyle to decrease your stress levels and to provide your body with enough support to heal itself. Some foods affect thyroid gland function and should be restricted from your diet. Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, mustard, and kale are considered goitrogenic, which means they might interfere with thyroid hormone production. Other products on the list are soy isoflavones, millet, strawberries, spinach, and peaches. To decrease the goitrogenic effects of cruciferous vegetables, you should eat them cooked or steamed; soy products should be fermented or cultured and paired with iodine-containing seaweed products such as Kombu or Nori. DECREASE EXPOSURE TO TOXINS Another effective treatment for thyroid disease is to eliminate or decrease your exposure to products that have high levels of environmental toxins such as fluoride, chloride, and bromide. Since these elements are present in tap water, purchasing a water filter is a good solution. SUPPLEMENTS There are also some supplements that might benefit you if you have a thyroid imbalance include: Vitamins A, C, E, and B complex Magnesium Selenium Iodine Zinc Coenzyme Q10. Ashwagandha is an adaptogenic herb that has been shown to benefit adrenal and thyroid gland function and is recommended to patients with those imbalances. In our practice, we will provide you with a comprehensive thyroid disease treatment plan including lifestyle modification, proper nutrition, appropriate dosages of medications and supplements to help you heal your thyroid dysfunction and achieve your optimal health. Dr. Fazylova and the Staff at ReBalance of Radiance Aesthetic & Wellness strive to provide holistic and individualized care to help you on your journey to better health and vibrant appearance.

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