Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism is a very common condition characterized by low thyroid hormone levels.

Will having parathyroid surgery affect my thyroid? My thyroid function is normal, but I know someone who became hypothyroid after parathyroid surgery.

There are two issues that can occur with the thyroid: hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) or hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid). Both can occur after parathyroid surgery, but are both uncommon. When we operate on the parathyroids, we are manipulating the thyroid somewhat - we may need to push it over to reach the parathyroids, for example. Most thyroids are fine with that, and most peop...

Postop complications Thyroiditis Hypothyroidism

I have had hypothyroidism for many years. Recently I was diagnosed with hyperparathyroidism. Are these related?

Although the word "thyroid" is in parathyroid, the glands are completely separate. Hypothyroidism is very common, so there are many patients with primary hyperparathyroidism who also happen to have hypothyroidism. The hypothyroidism did not cause the parathyroid condition. You just happen to have an underactive thyroid and overactive parathyroids.