Topic:	endocrine & metabolic diseases (en)
Title:	Radioiodine Therapy.
Author:	n/a
Source:	Jacksonville, FL: American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE). 2006. 2p.
Availability:	Available from American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists (AACE). 245 Riverside Ave. Suite 200, Jacksonville, FL 32202. Website: http://www.aace.com. Price: Available free of charge.
Abstract:	This fact sheet reviews the use of radioactive iodine, or radioiodine, used to treat thyroid cancer or an overactive thyroid gland, called hyperthyroidism. The fact sheet briefly reviews the physiology of the thyroid gland and the development of radioiodine as a treatment. The fact sheet then reviews how radioiodine is used in people who have hyperthyroidism to destroy the diseased thyroid gland. This results in the intentional development of an underactive thyroid state, called hypothyroidism, which is easily, predictably, and inexpensively corrected by lifelong daily use of oral thyroid hormone replacement therapy. The fact sheet goes on to explain what people with thyroid cancer can expect after removal of their thyroid and during follow-up. The remainder of the fact sheet answers common questions about radioiodine therapy, including what happens to the radioiodine after a treatment, breast-feeding during treatment, future pregnancies after radioiodine treatment, outpatient versus hospital treatment, and exposure to others after treatment with radioiodine. Readers are referred to www.thyroidawareness.com for more information.
Format:	Factsheet
Language:	English.
Major Keywords:	Endocrine Diseases and Disorders. Hyperthyroidism. Symptoms. Thyroid. Cancer. Drug Therapy. Patient Care Management. Radioactive Iodine.
Minor Keywords:	Patient Education. Drug Effects. Etiology. Hormones. Surgery. Pregnancy. Fertility. Complications.
Publication Number:	ENDC10079.
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