Thyroid Disorders in Kuna & Nampa
Your thyroid affects your energy, weight, and mood, so an imbalance can impact your everyday life. Advanced Family Medicine helps patients diagnose and manage both hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism.
request an appointmentThyroid disorders occur when your thyroid gland produces too much or too little hormone, leading to symptoms like fatigue, weight changes, hair loss, or a racing heartbeat. Our family medicine providers use bloodwork to diagnose thyroid conditions and create a treatment plan, which often includes medication and regular monitoring.
Thyroid testing pairs well with your annual physical exam, especially if you’re experiencing unexplained fatigue, weight changes, or mood shifts. Because thyroid conditions can also affect pregnancy, our providers coordinate closely with our obstetrics team for patients who are pregnant or planning to become pregnant.
Thyroid care is available at both our Kuna and Nampa offices. New patients can review our new patient information and accepted insurance plans before scheduling.
Frequently Asked Questions About Thyroid Disorders
What are common symptoms of a thyroid disorder?
Common symptoms include fatigue, unexplained weight changes, hair loss, mood changes, and a racing or slow heartbeat.
How is a thyroid disorder diagnosed?
Thyroid conditions are typically diagnosed through bloodwork that measures thyroid hormone levels.
Can thyroid testing be done during my annual physical?
Yes, thyroid testing can be added to your annual physical exam if you’re experiencing related symptoms.
Do thyroid disorders affect pregnancy?
Yes, thyroid conditions can affect pregnancy, and our providers coordinate closely with our obstetrics team for pregnant patients.
Is thyroid medication a lifelong treatment?
Many thyroid conditions require long-term management with medication, though your provider can discuss what’s right for your specific diagnosis.
Is thyroid care available at both offices?
Yes, thyroid care is available at both our Kuna and Nampa offices.