Thyroid Disorders
Advanced thyroid testing and optimization beyond standard care
What Is Thyroid Disorders?
Your thyroid gland is the master regulator of your metabolism. It produces hormones (T3 and T4) that influence virtually every cell in your body, affecting energy production, body temperature, weight, mood, cognitive function, and heart rate. When thyroid function is impaired, the effects can be widespread and debilitating.
Standard medical testing often only checks TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone), missing subclinical thyroid dysfunction that can cause significant symptoms. At Soluna Vitality, we run comprehensive thyroid panels to get the complete picture of your thyroid health.
Symptoms
Common signs and symptoms associated with thyroid disorders include:
- Persistent fatigue despite adequate sleep
- Unexplained weight gain or difficulty losing weight
- Feeling cold when others are comfortable
- Brain fog, poor memory, and difficulty concentrating
- Depression, low mood, or anxiety
- Constipation and digestive issues
- Dry skin, brittle nails, and hair loss
- Muscle weakness and joint pain
- Elevated cholesterol levels
- Irregular or heavy menstrual periods
What Causes Thyroid Disorders?
- Hashimoto's thyroiditis (autoimmune thyroid disease)
- Nutrient deficiencies (iodine, selenium, zinc, iron)
- Chronic stress and elevated cortisol, which impair thyroid conversion
- Estrogen dominance or hormonal imbalance affecting thyroid binding
- Inflammation and gut dysfunction
- Environmental toxin exposure
- Aging-related decline in thyroid function
How Soluna Vitality Treats Thyroid Disorders
At Soluna Vitality, we go far beyond a standard TSH test. Our comprehensive approach evaluates the full spectrum of thyroid function and addresses the underlying factors that may be impairing your thyroid health.
Comprehensive thyroid panel: TSH, Free T3, Free T4, Reverse T3, and TPO antibodies
Assessment of thyroid conversion and cellular uptake
Thyroid hormone optimization when clinically indicated
Evaluation of nutrient cofactors (selenium, zinc, iron, vitamin D) essential for thyroid function
Cortisol and adrenal assessment, as adrenal dysfunction directly affects thyroid performance
Gut health evaluation, as inflammation and gut permeability impact thyroid autoimmunity
Ongoing monitoring with lab retesting and protocol adjustments
Frequently Asked Questions
Why does my doctor say my thyroid is normal but I still have symptoms?
Most conventional practitioners only test TSH, which is a screening marker but does not reveal the full picture. You may have subclinical hypothyroidism, poor T4-to-T3 conversion, elevated Reverse T3, or thyroid autoimmunity that a standard TSH test will miss. At Soluna Vitality, we run a comprehensive thyroid panel to identify these hidden dysfunctions.
What is the difference between hypothyroidism and subclinical hypothyroidism?
Hypothyroidism is when thyroid hormone levels are clearly low and TSH is elevated. Subclinical hypothyroidism occurs when TSH is slightly elevated but T4 remains in the normal range. Despite being labeled "subclinical," this condition can still cause significant symptoms including fatigue, brain fog, weight gain, and depression. We treat the patient, not just the lab number.
Can thyroid problems cause weight gain?
Yes. Even mildly reduced thyroid function can slow your metabolic rate, reduce calorie burn, increase fat storage, and cause fluid retention. Many patients who struggle with weight despite eating well and exercising have an undiagnosed or undertreated thyroid issue. Optimizing thyroid function is often a critical piece of successful weight management.
How does stress affect thyroid function?
Chronic stress elevates cortisol, which directly impairs the conversion of T4 (inactive thyroid hormone) to T3 (the active form your cells need). High cortisol also increases Reverse T3, which blocks thyroid hormone activity at the cellular level. This is why addressing adrenal health is essential for optimizing thyroid function.
Related Conditions
Thyroid Disorders is often connected to other hormonal and metabolic conditions. Learn more:
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