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Thyroid issues are frequently overlooked or misdiagnosed—even as millions struggle with unexplained fatigue, weight gain, mood swings, and brain fog. At Patients Medical in NYC, our integrative, functional medicine approach addresses thyroid health comprehensively. We don’t just treat symptoms—we uncover the risk factors and root causes behind your condition to help prevent or reverse dysfunction.
Your thyroid gland is the metabolic command center of your body. This butterfly-shaped gland at the base of your neck regulates everything from energy levels and temperature control to brain function and hormone balance.
When the thyroid isn’t functioning optimally, your entire body feels the effects—often subtly at first, but increasingly over time.
A strong family history of thyroid disease or autoimmune conditions (like lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, or celiac) significantly increases your risk—especially for Hashimoto’s and Graves’ disease.
Women are 5–8 times more likely to develop thyroid issues. Risk spikes during:
Perimenopause and menopause
Estrogen imbalances can affect thyroid hormone function and conversion.
High cortisol levels from chronic stress can suppress thyroid hormone production, impair conversion from T4 to T3, and exacerbate autoimmune responses.
The liver is responsible for converting T4 into the active hormone T3. If your liver is sluggish, even with normal TSH, you may not have enough T3 available to feel well.
You need certain nutrients to produce and activate thyroid hormones. Risk rises if you’re low in:
Viruses such as Epstein-Barr Virus (EBV) have been linked to Hashimoto’s and Graves’ disease. These viruses may lie dormant and reactivate during periods of stress.
Toxins like BPA, perchlorate, mercury, and fluoride can interfere with thyroid hormone receptors and production. We also evaluate heavy metal burden and endocrine disruptors.
Poor gut health is a key driver in autoimmune thyroid conditions like Hashimoto’s. Food sensitivities, inflammation, and infections can trigger antibody production.
Past radiation therapy (especially to the head, neck, or chest), or frequent dental X-rays without thyroid shielding, can damage thyroid cells and increase cancer risk.
Both reduce thyroid hormone efficiency and increase risk of nodules and autoimmunity.
We don’t stop at TSH. We use a comprehensive thyroid and metabolic panel to detect subtle imbalances:
David, a 40-year-old marketing executive, came in with chronic fatigue, weight gain, and brain fog. His doctor told him his TSH was “normal,” but we found elevated Reverse T3, low Free T3, and early antibody elevation.
With a 12-week plan of:
David’s energy improved, antibodies dropped, and he avoided full-blown hypothyroidism.
Yes—especially if you’re showing symptoms. Many cases are missed due to incomplete testing.
Genetics play a role, especially in autoimmune thyroid disease, but lifestyle and environmental factors matter greatly too.
Not always. Too much can trigger or worsen Hashimoto’s. We test before prescribing iodine.
Yes—especially in autoimmune thyroiditis. Many patients improve after eliminating gluten.
Chronic stress can impair thyroid hormone conversion and trigger autoimmunity.
Over 70% of your immune system is in the gut. Leaky gut and dysbiosis are key risk factors for autoimmunity.
Yes. Stress and cortisol imbalance often suppress thyroid function.
Free T3 is active; Reverse T3 is inactive and blocks Free T3. High rT3 may signal stress or illnes.
We are an out-of-network provider but offer superbills. Many lab tests may be reimbursable.
Some notice improvements within weeks. Deeper healing may take 2–4 months.
Patients Medical specializes in gently helping the patient identify the root cause of their medical issues and then assist them to recover from their problems to help them move forward to good health.
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