Hypothyroidism
Condition Description
A condition characterized by underproduction of thyroid hormone that affects the metabolic function of the body’s cells. Where the pituitary is the cause the condition is referred to as secondary Hypothyroidism while where the hypothalamus is at fault it is referred to as tertiary Hypothroidism.
Common Symptoms
- Fatigue, including severe cases or cases only in the morning or at the end of the day
- Feeling excessively cold or having cold hands or feet
- Dry skin or rough skin
- Hair loss
Underlying Causes
- Genetic factors
- Nutritional deficiencies of iodine, zinc, copper, iron, selenium, or tyrosine
- Radioactive iodine treatment for Grave’s disease (hyperthyroidism) may result in permanent Hypothyroidsim
- Thyroidectomy
- Heavy metal toxicity from mercury, lead, or cadmium may cause thyroid hormone resistance.
- Yeast overgrowth
Traditional Approach
- Synthetic thyroid hormone T4 such as Synthroid, Levothyroxine, Levoxyl, Levothroid, Unithroid
- Synthetic T3 such as Cytomel,
- A synthetic combination of T4 and T3 such as Thyrolar
EHAC Approach
- Natural thyroid hormone replacement with Armour thyroid, Naturethroid, or Westhroid
- Iodine supplemention
- Nutritional supplementation of zincc, copper, iron, selenium or tyrosine
- Identify and treat toxic metal overload
- Identify and treat yeast overgrowth
Success Stories
Condition Treated:
Hypothyroidism
Symptoms:
Hypothyroidism, constipation, irregular periods, cold hands and feet
Initials:
P. H.
Age:
39 female
Story:
Several months ago, I came to Dr. Sultan with problems of constipation, irregular periods, cold hands and feet. After some blood work we discovered a problem with my thyroid. I have been treated with Armour thyroid and it has shown a significant difference in the symptoms mentioned above! We have done more blood work and my thyroid levels are where they should be.
Another note: I recently went to my annual eye appointment and my eye doctor told me eyes have improved due to my corrected thyroid.
Condition Treated:
Hypothyroidism
Symptoms:
Hypothyroid, severe fatigue
Initials:
R. B.
Age:
43 female
Story:
Wow! Where to begin . . . I had all but given up. None of my doctors would acknowledge that my weight gain, fatigue, mind fog, were anything but hormones, age, and diet. Well, I took my health in my own hands and along with Dr. Sultan my life has been transformed. It’s truly amazing what a little pill and diet and exercise can do.
Thank you, Dr. Sultan.
Condition Treated:
Hypothyroidism
Symptoms:
Hypothyroidism: Extreme fatigue, hair loss, mental confusion, depression
Initials:
K. K.
Age:
46 years female
Story:
My thyroid levels were tested by a traditional endocrinologist and found to be “slightly high”, indicating low thyroid – however my symptoms were very disturbing to me: Extreme fatigue, hair loss, mental confusion, depression, etc. I could barely function. The endocrinologist refused to prescribe Armour thyroid, even though I requested it and instead gave me Synthroid. I did not find any relief from my symptoms with Synthroid.
Dr. Sultan was willing to prescribe Armour thyroid and almost immediately I started to feel better. I know that to feel my best, my thyroid levels should be on the low side. Most doctors only look at numbers – not symptoms. Dr. Sultan was willing to work on getting me to actually feel better, not just look good on paper!