Do You Have a Thyroid Issue?

The thyroid gland plays a major role in the overall metabolic processes within the body, which affects the way a person looks, feels, and functions. When the thyroid hormones are imbalanced, it creates chaos within the body and leads to many disabling symptoms. 

Most standard blood tests will only check the Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH); however, the TSH level alone will not give you the full picture of how the thyroid is functioning. A person can have a normal TSH and still have underlying hypothyroidism or Hashimoto's Disease. In many cases, the thyroid gland is 99% dysfunctional before the TSH result becomes abnormal and treatment is started. This leads to years of unnecessary symptoms and suffering. 

The Thyroid Optimization Program at Radiant Prime begins with a comprehensive thyroid panel, which checks the TSH, Free and Total T4, Free and Total T3, Reverse T3, and Thyroid Antibodies. This comprehensive thyroid panel gives a complete picture of the thyroid function. The results are analyzed using functional medicine optimal ranges, not just conventional medicine "normal" ranges. This deep dive analysis allows us to have a better understanding of the exact degree of your thyroid issue so that the best treatment plan can be established. The treatment plans used for thyroid optimization involve more than simply prescribing thyroid hormone. While this is a common part of the treatment plan, nutrition, activity, sleep, and supplements are also commonly used to achieve the best results. 

When the thyroid hormones are brought to an optimal state, many patients notice: 

• Increased energy levels
• Decreased pain in the muscles and joints
• Improved mood
• Improved hair thickness and texture
• Weight loss 
• Improved sleep 

Unfortunately, there is no definitive answer to this question. Every patient is different based on their unique bio-individuality and treatment plan. The majority of patients who are compliant with their treatment plan see results within the first three months. 

Initially labs are completed every 6 weeks. As the thyroid levels improve and fewer adjustments in treatment are needed, lab frequency can be increased to every three months and then to every six months. Monitoring your hormone levels with blood tests is a very important component of safe and effective treatment; however, it is not the only component, as your treatment plan also considers your symptoms and overall well-being. 

Unlike conventional practitioners, we treat YOU and your symptoms, not just your lab results.