Understanding the Causes and Treatment Methods of Thyroid Adenoma

Discussing treatment methods and precautions for thyroid adenoma

Thyroid adenomas are chronic diseases that form neck tumors, often resembling walnuts in shape and hardness, and can move up and down with swallowing. Mainly related to long-term anger or depression, leading to liver Qi stagnation, followed by fluid and blood stasis, eventually forming phlegm. Other factors include soil and water conditions, diet, and constitution. Initially, there are no obvious symptoms, but if left untreated, they may worsen into incurable diseases or transform into thyroid cancer.

A slightly elevated thyroid hormone level in newborns usually doesn’t require concern; regular retesting is sufficient. If the level is significantly higher, it’s advisable to consult a hospital for further examination. An elevated thyroid hormone level could be physiological, and if retesting shows normal levels, there’s no need to worry. Thyroid hormone levels can fluctuate, and newborns’ T3 levels are also slightly higher than those of adults. So, there’s no need to be overly anxious.

Hypothyroidism, also known as underactive thyroid, is a systemic disease caused by insufficient synthesis and secretion of thyroid hormones or physiological dysfunction.

A 5-month-old baby, breastfed exclusively, has an abnormally high level of thyroid-stimulating hormone, requiring immediate treatment and attention to the baby’s effects.

Neonatal jaundice is categorized into physiological jaundice and pathological jaundice. Understanding why thyroid examination is necessary is important.