Thyroid Optimization, Lincoln, NE
What is thyroid optimization?
Thyroid dysfunction is one of the most common, yet misunderstood and overlooked health conditions in Americans. It is estimated that about 28% of the population suffers from thyroid dysfunction. Problems with hormones, such as the thyroid hormone, are often the result of many interconnected systems. Treating the thyroid is often much more complex than just prescribing a medication. Thyroid optimization requires an evaluation of many body systems, many lab values and an evaluation of patient concerns and symptoms. It is possible to have a lab value is 'normal' and yet still have symptoms. Since it requires so many systems to work together in balance, it often requires lifestyle modifications and a team approach between the patient and the practitioner for optimal balance.
What are the symptoms of thyroid dysfunction?
In addition to physical symptoms you may be experiencing, thyroid dysfunction is evaluated through lab work drawn at our office. If you are experiencing any of these, please call our office to make your appointment today.unexplained weight gain or weight loss
- unexplained or excessive sweating
- difficulty sleeping
- changes in sensitivity to cold and heat
- very dry skin or skin rashes
- changes in blood pressure
- changes in heart rate and palpitations
- irritability and anxiety
- unexplained and long-term fatigue
- increased thirst
- depression
- headaches
- slowed thinking and mental activity
- thinning, brittle hair
- infertility
- puffy face
- blurred vision
- a bulge in the neck
- breast tenderness
- deepening of the voice in female
What should I do for treatment?
Vitalize Health strives to look at the whole picture including lifestyle, microbiome health and more specific lab values to help determine the cause for the dysfunction. We can then develop an individualized health plan to maximize thyroid function in the most effective, yet most holistic way.
Call today to schedule a consultation. These appointments are covered by most insurances.