Deficiency of the thyroid hormone (THYROXINE) is called Hypothyroidism or Hypothyroid. It can affect any age group though it is most prevalent in older women. It is almost 10 to 20 times more common in females as compared to males. It is one of those conditions which are often present for many years before they can be recognized and treated effectively. An estimated one in every 50 females and one in 1000 men tend to suffer from this condition.
Hypothyroidism can be of two types:
T3 (Triiodothyronine)-80-180 ng/dl
T4 (Thyroxine)-4.6-12 ug/dl
TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone)-0.5-6 uU/ml
Underactive thyroid results from an inability of the thyroid gland to produce adequate thyroxine. This could be largely due to the genetic tendency. It is important to understand that since there is an inability or sluggishness of the thyroid gland, the treatment should ideally be aiming at stimulating the thyroid gland to do its job, rather than simply supplying the deficient thyroxine from outside.
Underactive thyroid denotes underactivity of the thyroid gland, whereby the thyroid gland does not secrete an adequate amount of T3 and T4 hormones. Research-proven homeopathic treatment offers medicines that stimulate the gland, enabling it to secrete normal levels of hormones.
The total length of treatment varies from case to case, depending on the following factors:
Results are observed within four to six months whereby TSH levels reduce. Patients who are on thyroid supplements may take time to reduce the supplement, keeping a watch on the thyroid hormone levels. Treatment of underactive thyroid is long term.
Fundamentally, it has to be understood that homeopathic treatment aims at stimulating the thyroid gland to produce its own thyroid hormones. An external supply of the hormone is not the treatment but an arrangement. We are trying to correct the internal imbalance. This is possible in many cases if not all. If achieved successfully, a lifelong need for thyroid supplement may not require.