Question 1

How can I check my thyroid at home?

Accepted Answer

Using hand mirror, watch your throat as you swallow, you should be looking at any buldge or protrusions in thyroid area (Front of the neck below Adam's apple)

Question 2

My dad was recently diagnosed with diabetes and I came across something called IME 9. I'm wondering if it's meant just for type 2 diabetes or if anyone with diabetes can use it? Also, how do we get it? Any advice would be really appreciated.

Accepted Answer

Slow-Rising HCG Levels

*General Guidelines*

1. *HCG levels*: A normal HCG increase is around 50-100% every 48 hours.
2. *Your levels*: Your HCG levels rose from 4300 to 4500 in 4 days, which is a relatively slow increase.

*Viable Pregnancy Concerns*

1. *Possible concerns*: Slow-rising HCG levels may indicate a potential issue with the pregnancy, such as a miscarriage, ectopic pregnancy, or blighted ovum.
2. *Monitoring*: Your healthcare provider will closely monitor your HCG levels and perform ultrasound scans to assess the pregnancy's viability.

*HCG Injections*

1. *Not recommended*: HCG injections are not typically recommended to boost HCG levels.
2. *Potential risks*: HCG injections can have side effects and may not address the underlying issue.

*Next Steps*

1. *Consult your healthcare provider*: Discuss your concerns and HCG levels with your healthcare provider.
2. *Ultrasound scan*: Schedule an ultrasound scan to assess the pregnancy's viability and fetal development.
3. *Close monitoring*: Continue to monitor your HCG levels and report any changes or concerns to your healthcare provider.

Question 3

I've had gynecomastia since childhood and have all the symptoms. Is it possible to treat this completely with just medications or will I eventually need surgery? I'm really hoping to avoid surgery if possible

Accepted Answer

Surgery opinion is advised at apollo hospital.

I've been wondering if there's any possible way to decrease my height. I'm currently 6.2 ft and I'm really interested in finding ways to reduce my height. Looking forward to your advice.

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More Endocrinology Health Queries

How can I check my thyroid at home?

My dad was recently diagnosed with diabetes and I came across something called IME 9. I'm wondering if it's meant just for type 2 diabetes or if anyone with diabetes can use it? Also, how do we get it? Any advice would be really appreciated.

I've had gynecomastia since childhood and have all the symptoms. Is it possible to treat this completely with just medications or will I eventually need surgery? I'm really hoping to avoid surgery if possible

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