Thyroid nodules are lumps that develop in the thyroid gland. In most cases, thyroid nodules are benign. But, they can produce an excess of thyroxine, the main thyroid hormone, and lead to unwanted symptoms. Understanding the possible causes of thyroid nodules can help you avoid these symptoms and preserve your hormonal health. 

Common Causes of Thyroid Nodules

Thyroid nodules result from an overgrowth of thyroid gland cells. While the exact cause of this overgrowth is unknown, thyroid nodules can be categorized by type. 

The types of thyroid nodules include:

• Thyroid cysts are at least partially filled with fluid and generally don’t lead to cancer.
• Colloid nodules, the most common type of thyroid nodule, are benign and don’t spread outside the thyroid gland.
• Multinodular goiter is an enlarged thyroid that consists of multiple nodules. These nodules are usually benign. 
• Inflammatory nodules result from chronic thyroid inflammation and can be painful. 
• Hyperfunctioning or toxic thyroid nodules produce an excess of thyroid hormone, which can lead to hyperthyroidism. 

Thyroid nodules are only cancerous in 5 to 10% of cases. Cancerous nodules often don’t cause symptoms, which can make them difficult to identify. However, most forms of thyroid cancer respond positively to treatment.  

Holistic Treatment for Thyroid Nodules 

Since thyroid nodules often don’t have a single or obvious cause, you may need a holistic physician like Dr. Shemesh to uncover the root of your symptoms. Understanding the factors that may affect your thyroid can help you naturally resolve your concerns. 

Treatment methods that can help you holistically manage thyroid disorders include yoga, herbal supplements, toga, strategic eating, acupuncture, homeopathy, and First Line Therapy. Dr. Shemesh will create a personalized treatment plan according to your needs. 

Do you have symptoms of a thyroid nodule or other thyroid concern? Schedule an appointment at Mind Body Spirit Care today to get started!

Headaches have many possible causes, from dehydration to fatigue to stress. In some cases, headaches are a symptom of fluctuating hormones. 

Read on to learn more about how hormone levels influence headaches and what you can do to achieve hormonal balance. 

How Can Hormones Cause Headaches?

Women primarily experience hormone-related headaches from menstruation, pregnancy, menopause, or hormonal birth control. This comes down to estrogen, the primary female sex hormone. 

Headaches Before Menstruation

Fluctuating estrogen levels can trigger or worsen headaches. This is why many women experience headaches as a symptom of PMS (premenstrual syndrome), as estrogen levels suddenly drop before menstruation. 

Hormonal Birth Control

Hormonal birth control can improve or worsen headaches, depending on the person. For some, birth control reduces low estrogen levels before menstruation, preventing headaches. Others experience more severe headaches, particularly in the first month of taking birth control. 

Headaches During Pregnancy

Many women experience headaches at various stages of pregnancy as estrogen levels change. Stress and fatigue often exacerbate hormone-related headaches in pregnancy. 

Headaches During Menopause

Around menopause, as estrogen levels gradually decrease, many women experience headaches. Women approaching menopause may have more frequent or severe headaches than usual (including migraines, in some women). 

Headaches from Thyroid Disorders

In addition to estrogen, thyroid hormones can contribute to headaches. Headaches are a common symptom of hypothyroidism, an underactive thyroid. Headaches from hypothyroidism can be dull and throbbing and usually affect both sides of the head. 

How to Alleviate Hormonal Headaches

If you’re struggling with frequent headaches, talk to your Tampa doctor. Hormonal headaches from hypothyroidism can be managed holistically with a well-rounded treatment plan. If low estrogen levels are to blame, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy (BHRT) may be an effective treatment option. In replacing the estrogen that diminishes with age, BHRT can alleviate headaches and other menopause symptoms. 

Not all headaches are caused by hormones; stress and nutrient deficiencies are other common culprits. With a range of holistic treatments including therapeutic yoga and IV nutritional therapy, we can help you overcome chronic headaches, no matter the cause.  

Schedule an appointment at Mind Body Spirit Care today to get on the path to relief from hormonal headaches. 

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