Your parathyroid glands are four tiny glands in your neck that affect your body’s ability to regulate the amount of nutrients in your system. If these glands get damaged or begin to work improperly, it can affect your nutrient levels and lead to problems in your body. Two common nutrients that the parathyroid glands regulate […]
Questions To Ask Your Thyroid Surgeon
If you begin experiencing symptoms of hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism, or if you notice the development or a bump or goiter in your neck region, consider setting up a consultation with an endocrine specialist. If this is your first visit with an endocrine specialist, you probably don’t know what to expect, or what questions you should […]
As Thyroid Cancer Rates Skyrocket, Screening Becomes Vital
In 2018, nearly 60,000 Americans will be diagnosed with thyroid cancer. Thyroid cancer is one of the fastest growing cancers, as annual cases have tripled over the last three decades. Also, it’s not just older individuals who are at risk, as it is the fifth most common cancer for women between the ages of 20-34. […]
5 FAQs About Thyroid Surgery Recovery
Thyroid surgery is a fairly common procedure, but it’s perfectly normal for patients to have questions about life after the surgery. Most of their questions focus on their rehabilitation and how they can speed up the recovery process. Below, we answer five common questions people have about their recovery from thyroid surgery. What can I […]
How Your Thyroid Affects Your Gallbladder
As a general surgeon, Dr. Koeplin specializes in correcting a variety of conditions involving your endocrine system. Two areas that he operates on regularly are the gallbladder and the thyroid, and you may be surprised to learn just how much these two body parts affect one another. Below, we take a look at why you […]
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