Thyroid problems occur among women 18 times more often, compared to the male half of humanity. The whole problem in the frequent changes in the hormonal background due to the presence in the female body of the menstrual cycle, pregnancy, childbirth and lactation. But what happens to women, if therapeutic treatment does not give proper results and surgical intervention methods should be used?
When the operation is needed
Today, the therapeutic methods are sufficiently developed, and in many cases, when previously one had to perform an operation, at this stage of development of endocrinology, one can manage the course of hormonal drugs, the effects of iodine, vitamins and diet. Now the indications for surgeon's intervention in the body remain:
- Malignant neoplasms;
- Disruption of the thyroid gland after severe mechanical trauma;
- Significant volume change, which leads to difficulty breathing and food intake;
- Individual intolerance of the necessary medications or their low impact on the patient's body.
In all other cases it is better to refrain from surgery, and if it is strongly suggested by the attending physician, consult a few more specialists to be sure of their actions. Conservative treatment, despite the duration, is preferable to surgical intervention in its sparing effect.
Changes, but not consequences of
It should not be assumed that after the operation life will remain the same as before. Of course, there are rare cases when a small part of the organ is removed, the operation is ideal, and the gland continues to function independently, releasing hormones necessary for the body.
But this happens very rarely. If you agree to an operation, you need to know that you will have to take a precisely dosed amount of hormonal preparations systematically, very carefully, according to the instructions. They will replace the functions of the remote organ and allow a person to live a full life. Incorrect quantity, non-compliance with instructions or irregular reception will cause serious illnesses that will negate the benefit of the operation.
What interests women
Of course, surgery is always a risk, but this does not apply to particularly complex, and only 1% can suffer with proper further treatment. However, there are several issues that most often concern the female part of the patients:
- Appearance. Increasingly, a laser is used for operations, after which no scars remain. If the situation is complicated, and it is necessary to act by traditional methods, it is enough to contact a plastic surgeon to remove the unpleasant marks forever. But with weight you have to be careful. If hormones are not taken correctly( or the wrong dose was initially chosen), their deficiency will cause hypothyroidism, a disease that, among unpleasant symptoms, is obese, not regulated by diet and exercise.
- Genetic function. With the same regular and accurate admission of hormones, you can bear and give birth to children. But many women complain of discharge during menstruation, sometimes their soreness.
- Change the Voice Voice. Unfortunately, sometimes during the operation, the recurrent laryngeal nerve can be touched or completely damaged. And here there are problems: the voice becomes hoarse, low, considerably loses in force. With a small damage, this problem can be solved by performing the appropriate recovery treatment. If the nerve was completely damaged, restoration of the voice is impossible, and besides it the motor abilities of the neck can be reduced.
- If the elastic muscles of the neck are damaged, may occur with the turn or tilt of the head, as well as headaches. Fortunately, the muscles are restored, and with time the mobility will return.
The effects of thyroid removal in women are rare and are subject to correction. Exception - the cases of an inadequately qualified specialist surgeon, or the wrong selection of hormonal remedies after the operation itself.
Other consequences of operation
However, there are still some problems that worry patients regardless of their sex. The consequences of failed operations or improper treatment during the rehabilitation period can be life-threatening for a long time or become permanent companions:
- Damage to the parathyroid glands
Such side effects of the transplanted operation are infrequent, and basically with complete removal of the organ. Usually there are from 1 to 4 pairs. They develop a specific secret - parathyroid hormone. If all pairs are damaged, hypoparathyroidism develops. His symptoms include:
- dizziness and ringing in the ears;
- convulsions;
- hearing problems;
- reduced night vision;
- heartbeat and sweating;
- digestive problems;
- fever or chills;
- poor sleep, mood during the day;
- memory degrades.
The biggest problem is convulsions, which can occur daily, last for an hour and be accompanied by severe pain. But the worst thing is a spasm of the larynx, which can lead to even asphyxia and death.
To adjust the patient's condition, they write out corrective medicines. If the parathyroid glands have been completely destroyed, the whole complex of medicines will have to be taken for life.
- Bleeding and suppuration of the joint
Similar consequences are not possible when performing a laser operation, since there are no damage to the vessels and the possibility of the infection getting inside. But with the traditional method, the probability exists. This once again speaks about the need for timely treatment to the doctors and for the intervention by more sparing means.
Treatment is carried out in the surgical department on an individual basis.
- Hypothyroidism
If the patient does not receive hormonal preparations in the right amount or for whatever reasons, they are not accepted at all, soon a sharp decrease in hormones in the body will occur, as a result of which virtually all body systems are damaged in the most unpredictable manner.
Life after operation
Given all the consequences of thyroid removal in women, it takes an average of about 2 months to completely restore the body to normal( taking into account the need for medication and diet).Work capacity is lost only in the operation of malignant tumors due to the use of chemotherapy. In other cases, moderate physical exertion, varied diet and other pleasant aspects of life are allowed.
In addition to regular prima hormones, you need to systematically undergo a test for hormone levels. In different periods of a woman's life, it can change, and the doses of medication may require adjustment. In addition, doctors prescribe an ultrasound examination for additional monitoring of the state of the operated organism.
