Common Causes and Risk Factors of Thyroid Disease

Thyroid disease is one of the most common found in general practice, though many people never know they have it. For primary care physicians, keeping your patient’s condition manageable is often as simple as doing the right blood work, that is, a TSH level test, and knowing when to make a referral. Endocrinologist Richard Rosenthal, MD, discusses the steps of diagnosing and treating both hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism. Join him to learn more about identifying nodules, the proper use of different imaging techniques, common medications, surgical options, and special considerations for pregnant women with thyroid disease.