The Thyroid Syndrome Scam Vs True Thyroid Disease

The health and function of your thyroid is essential to your overall health. This is important to know and understand, but it is essential that you understand how your thyorid functions so that you will not fall prey to those who would dupe you in order to sell you a product online to support your thyroid function.

Don't fall prey to a thyroid condition scam .

An un-proven theory circulates the web and gossip circles that blames many common maladies on the improper function of the thyroid gland. A strong pitch is made to convince readers and listeners that they may be experiencing depression, fibromyalgia, weight gain, and gastrointestinal problems because of a little known and seldom diagnosed thyroid condition. Once the pitch is made you will be told a bunch of bunk about a so-called "Wilson's syndrome" (characterized by low body temperature and rapid heart beat) or the build up of RT3 (reverse T3 in your blood). Then, you will be badgered to purchase some product that will ameliorate symptoms allegedly caused by an improperly functioning thyroid.

You are offered a quick fix for a plethora of common maladies. The product seems to be the cure-all that you have been looking for, especially for weight loss, and it is very tempting to buy. Don't do it. If you have found such information online you are the target of a scam.

Thyroid conditions certainly exist, but those that have been scientifically identified and tested can be treated with prescription medications, not hackney concoctions by someone trying to bilk you out of your money.

The thyroid syndrome scam, Wilson's syndrome, and RT3 (reverse T3)

If you have heard this, or you are looking for answers to your own thyroid condition then read on. I want to explain to you why this is nothing more than an attempt to sell you on a product that has not been approved by the FDA and is frowned upon by medical professionals. I want you to understand how your thyroid functions and why these theories related to reverse T3 (RT3) or Wilson's syndrome have not been proven and cannot be trusted.

Some refer to this mysterious thyroid condition as Wilson's syndrome. Others do not discuss a syndrome, but rather put together a pile of disputable "facts" referring to the build up of RT3, or reverse T3 in the blood. However it is phrased, you are led to believe that your greatest everyday maladies are caused by an undiagnosed thyroid problem. Furthermore, the problem cannot be detected by a simple blood test, so there can be no clinical diagnoses. Thyroid syndrome and the diagnoses is quackery.

Those who espouse the above thyroid problems are not looking out for your health. The are looking to get your money. The surge of interest in thyroid related illnesses is all part of a scam.

Understanding how your thyroid works

In order to understand why you should not be duped into believing theories about Wilson's syndrome or RT3 (reverse T3) you have only to look to established physicians for questions and answers about how your thyroid works and how overproduction of T3 and T4 (hyperthyroidism) or underproduction of these hormones (hypothyroidism) can have ill effects on your body, but these can be detected by your doctor through simple blood tests.

The thyroid produces two primary hormones: T3 and T4. T3 is an active hormone that affects your metabolism and helps you feel healthy. T4 is an inactive hormone which your body converts to T3 in order to rev up your metabolism to burn carbs and fat.

Regarding reverse T3 or RT3, which is alleged by quackery to pool in your blood and cause sluggishness and a plethora of other symptoms, there is scant scientific evidence to determine its relationship with thyroid disease. It is believed to exist and fluctuate, but its function or impairment of the thyroids function has not yet been backed up by scientific evidence.

Traditional medicine, then, separates thyroid disease into two main disorders: hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. In hypothyroidism the thyroid does not produce enough hormones. The thyroids function may then be assisted with synthetic hormones received through prescription medication of T3 (Cytomel) or, more commonly, T4 (Synthroid, Levothyroid, Unithroid, Levoxyl).

Hyperthyroidism occurs, but is far less common than hypothyroidism. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include weight gain, fatigue, hair loss, depression, brittle nails, and heavy menstruation. If you have these symptoms consult your family physician and request a blood test to determine your thyroid hormone levels.

The American Thyroid Association does not recognize Wilson's Syndrome as a thyroid disorder, so don't allow yourself to be overwhelmed by hype about miracle cures for your thyroid. As medical advances are made you can rest assured that studies will be released in reputable medical journals and extensive testing will have to be proven before the FDA approves any new treatment for thyroid disorders.

Sources:
Keep Your Thyroid Healthy Naturally
Reverse T3 StudyWilson's Syndrome
Wilson's Syndrome - Mayo Clinic
American Thyroid Association Statement on Wilson's Syndrome