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Hypothyroidism : Prevention

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Prevention List

Prevention could include:
  • No known prevention

Prevention Overview Articles

Hypothyroidism
There is no prevention for hypothyroidism. Screening tests in newborns can detect hypothyroidism that is present from birth (congenital hypothyroidism).
Source:ADAM
Date:April 29, 2009
Hypothyroidism
Exercise improves thyroid function by stimulating production of thyroid hormone and making body tissues more responsive to the effects of thyroid hormone. It also increases the metabolic(chemical changes in cells providing energy to the body) rate...
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Alternative Medicine
Hypothyroidism
Primary hypothyroidism can't be prevented, but routine screening of adults could detect the disease in its early stages and prevent complications.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Medicine
Hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism usually cannot be prevented, but the symptoms and effects of the disease can be controlled by prompt diagnosis and treatment.
Source:Gale Encyclopedia of Children's Health
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