As we all know there are 3 traditional methods for treating Graves’ Disease and Hyperthyroidism. 1.Anti-thyroid drugs (ATDs) (Methimazole or PTU), 2. RAI treatment and 3. partial or total thyroidectomy. I am not a big supporter of neither one of them, but sometimes it happens that we need to “buy some time” in order to …
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Lemon Balm for Graves’ Disease and Hyperthyroidism by Svetla Bankova As you probably would agree with me- treating Graves’ Disease or Hyperthyroidism will involve not only psychological and physical efforts, but also you’ll have to watch out what you eat and drink. One of the most safety herbs that I used in my personal treatment is Lemon Balm. …
Lemon Balm for Graves’ Disease
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Thyroid Storm- Dangers and Prevention by Svetla Bankova Thyroid storm is a severe, life-threatening condition caused by an excess of thyroid hormone. A number of factors can be involved in causing thyroid storm, including over-replacement of thyroid hormones or discontinuing medications taken to treat hyperthyroidism. Do not discontinue your medication without the permission of your …
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100 Self-Loving Acts 1. Sау Nо and mean it 2. Give uр being right 3. Let go of уоur resentment 4. Forgive yourself 5. Саll а friend and vent 6. Take а bubble bath 7. Walk in nature 8. Start а hobby 9. Make а sandcastle 10. Cry оn а loved one’s shoulder 11. Ask for …
101 WAYS TO COPE WITH STRESS and Graves Disease Courtesy of the Tripler Army Medical Center, Honolulu, Hawaii Stress is a serious factor that may contribute to the development of Graves’ Disease and hyperthyroidism. While there is no medical proof so far that stress is the direct cause of Graves’ Disease it definitely plays a tremendous role. Everybody experiences …
Graves’ Disease Treatment Options by Svetla Bankova Graves Disease treatment options vary in their effectiveness, long term results and efficiency. So far, the medicine even after 100 years has not advanced a lot and acknowledges only 3 types of treatment. Please, consider the text below only as additional information, not as a treatment plan. The …
Wellness and Health Coaching for people suffering from Thyroid Disorders by Svetla Bankova If you were diagnosed with a thyroid condition, or you just left the doctors office with your brand new diagnose, or you already had that for a few months and it’s not getting any better at all? Scenarios may be all different… …
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Reasons for Thyroid Hair Loss by Svetla Bankova Thyroid hair loss is one of the most terrible symptoms of Graves’ Disease and hyperthyroidism. For centuries, men, women and even children have had to endure the embarrassment and emotional pain caused by hair loss. There are number for reasons for hair loss. Some people experience higher …
Myth #1: If you don’t do anything, Graves’ Disease will go away. How about I just pray? Wrong: If you don’t do anything you may face a thyroid storm, which is a very dangerous, life threatening condition. Symptoms include, but are not limited to: high fever, severe palpitations, vomiting, delirium etc. – all of them …
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Thyroidectomy. Total and Subtotal. 11 Reasons to avoid Thyroidectomy One of treating options for Graves’ Disease and Hyperthyroidism offered by doctors today is thyroidectomy- total or partial. Even though I am totally against this method of treatment it is well known and recommended in Europe and much less in the USA. Thyroidectomy is actually a surgery …
