Secondary Hypothyroidism
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Secondary hypothyroidism is a form of low thyroid function that does not originate in the thyroid gland itself, but in a failure of the pituitary, the brain gland that sends the signal for the thyroid to work.
Why does it happen? The pituitary does not properly produce the hormone that stimulates the thyroid, so the thyroid reduces its activity even while being healthy.
Frequent symptoms: Fatigue, feeling cold, dry skin, slowness and changes in mood may appear, sometimes in a subtle way.
Which specialist treats it? The endocrinologist is the one who studies the complete hormonal axis to understand the origin of the problem. If you have persistent symptoms of low energy or hormonal changes, it's worth having a professional carefully assess your case.
Data on 40 doctors who treat secondary hypothyroidism
Which specialist treats secondary hypothyroidism?
Secondary Hypothyroidism is usually treated by specialists in endocrinologist, pediatric endocrinologist, pediatrician, diabetologist, general practitioner.
Treatment by city
Doctors specialized in secondary hypothyroidism
Dr. Rodrigo Armando Vigueras Santiago
Dr. Vicente de Jesus Flores Lopez
Dr. Jacqueline Montero Schwarz
Dr. Lorely Vianey Bres Ramírez
Dr. Maria Fernanda Frausto Mendoza
Dr. Karla Escobedo Vázquez
Dr. Norma Ilse Garcia González
Dr. Kim Danae Díaz Juárez
Dr. Carlos Andrés Aceves Barrios
Dr. Héctor Garza Blizzard
Dr. Gilberto Morales Salgado
Dr. Miguel Ángel Martínez Benaiges
Dr. Guillermo Fojaco Villanueva
Dr. Ivette Victorino
Dr. Oscar Yair Nava Garcia
Dr. Sandra Herrera Rodriguez
Dr. Valeria Gómez Galván
Dr. Andrea Piñeyro V.
Dr. Elisa Barrios Santos
Dr. César Arias Ruiz
Frequently asked questions
What is secondary hypothyroidism?
Secondary hypothyroidism is a form of low thyroid function that does not originate in the thyroid gland itself, but in a failure of the pituitary, the brain gland that sends the signal for the thyroid to work.
Which doctor treats secondary hypothyroidism?
Secondary Hypothyroidism is usually treated by specialists in endocrinologist, pediatric endocrinologist, pediatrician, diabetologist, general practitioner.