What is Thyroid Management Therapy?
Thyroid Management involves the comprehensive care and treatment of thyroid disorders, which are conditions affecting the thyroid gland's function. Diagnosis is crucial, often requiring more than one type of blood test to assess thyroid hormone levels. We test 4 indicators of thyroid function.
Common symptoms of low thyroid (Hypothyroidism) include:
Medications, such as thyroid hormone replacement or antithyroid drugs, are commonly prescribed to restore hormonal balance. Our first choice for thyroid treatment is Desiccated Thyroid, typically not prescribed by primary care, but often the best choice for symptom control.
Thyroid management should also include regular monitoring of thyroid function through blood tests to ensure that hormone levels are within the desired range. Achieving optimal thyroid health is crucial for overall well-being, as thyroid hormones play a fundamental role in regulating metabolism, energy levels, and various bodily functions.
Why Choose Happy Hormones for Thyroid Management Therapy?
How does it work?
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Initial Assessment: During the initial assessment appointment I'll ask you to share your story and tell me all the symptoms you are experiencing. We will also discuss your medical history and medications. At the end, you will be sent a lab slip for use at any lab in your province.
After getting your lab works completed, Happy Hormones receives a copy of the results electronically. The results are reviewed and if we determine you could benefit from Thyroid Management Therapy, our staff will reach out to book a initiation appointment.
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Initiation Appointment: Information about how your symptoms are connected to the results is provided and we will discuss a preliminary personalized Thyroid Management Therapy plan. If you are agreeable, a prescription is sent to your pharmacy of choice and a follow-up appointment is booked for a 1-month check-in via phone.
PLEASE NOTE: Some prescriptions can only be filled by a compounding pharmacy.
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Three Month Follow-Up : At the 3 month follow-up Tammy will review the new lab results and do a thorough review of your symptoms again. It may be necessary to make small tweaks of your prescriptions at this time. At the end of the appointment, she will fax a 9 month prescription to your pharmacy of choice. If required, she will give you another lab requisition for more follow-up.
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Follow-Up Appointments: Follow-up appointments are booked as needed in accordance with your needs and/or at my recommendation. All follow-up appointments are included in your annual plan.