Did you know that anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the United States, affecting over 18% of the U.S. adult population?
While anxiety disorder is generally considered a diagnosis, what if it is actually a symptom of an underlying condition?
There can be many causes of anxiety, and while medications may be necessary in some cases, they may be masking the root cause of your anxiety. Some causes of anxiety may include:
There are many benefits to treating the potential underlying cause of your anxiety. Not only can you avoid being on medication for the rest of your life, but you may also be able to avoid symptoms and risks associated with some of these other conditions.
Your parathyroids are 4 pea-sized, oval-shaped glands that sit next to your thyroid gland.
Your parathyroid glands produce parathyroid hormone (PTH) that tightly regulates the amount of calcium in your bloodstream.
Specific areas in your body, like your kidneys, small intestine, and bones respond to PTH released by the parathyroid glands by increasing the calcium levels in your blood.
Calcium is one of the most abundant minerals that provides many vital functions in your body. Calcium is necessary for the strength of your bones and teeth, cardiovascular health, muscle contraction, blood clotting, and nerve function.
A majority of your calcium is stored in your bones but about 1% is found in your blood, muscle and other tissues. Your body tightly regulates the calcium in your body, specifically the amount of calcium floating around in your blood.
Your PTH and calcitonin regulate your calcium. PTH, also known as Parathyroid Hormone, is a hormone that your parathyroid glands produce and release to help control the amount of calcium circulating in your blood.
PTH stimulates the release of calcium into the blood and also helps control the levels of both Vitamin D and phosphorus. When PTH levels are elevated, it can cause your serum calcium levels to rise.
Calcitonin, on the other hand, is a hormone that is made by and released by parafollicular cells located in your thyroid gland.
Calcitonin helps regulate the calcium levels in your blood, preventing the calcium in your blood from getting too high. It does so by blocking the activity of osteoclasts, which are cells that are responsible for breaking down your bones.
Preventing bone breakdown helps reduce the amount of calcium that gets released into the bloodstream.
Hyperparathyroidism is when your parathyroid glands create too much parathyroid hormone (PTH) in the bloodstream. There are two types of hyperparathyroidism- primary and secondary, indicating different etiologies. In primary hyperparathyroidism, your parathyroid gland.
Two types of hyperparathyroidism exist. In primary hyperparathyroidism, an enlargement of one or more of the parathyroid glands causes overproduction of the hormone.
This causes high calcium levels in the blood, which can cause a variety of health problems. Surgery is the most common treatment for primary hyperparathyroidism.
Secondary hyperparathyroidism occurs due to another disease that first causes low calcium levels in the body. Over time, increased parathyroid hormone levels occur.
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Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune disorder that impacts the thyroid gland, often leading to hypothyroidism. This condition is characterized by inflammation in the thyroid gland and the production of antibodies that attack the thyroid tissue. While medications are commonly prescribed to manage Hashimoto's, certain supplements may offer valuable support in alleviating symptoms and promoting thyroid […]
Various supplements and vitamins can be taken when it comes to thyroid disease. This is certainly not a one-size fits all picture. While the web can be a source of an immense amount of information, with that comes a lot of misinformation. When we consider vitamins for thyroid disease, the first question we must ask […]
Ever tried that spicy but slightly sweet and pungent ginger root? Well, this herb not only adds a pleasant flavor to some of your favorite dishes but actually has many unbelievable health benefits! It has been used by many different cultures for centuries for its medical properties. Is ginger good for hyperthyroidism? For starters - […]
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