Every time there is a popular thyroid nodule, there are many worried voices in the comment area:
"I'm always angry, is it easier to get thyroid nodules" "I have thyroid nodules, it feels like I love to be angry"
Zhimei felt that there seemed to be many girls who felt that if they loved to get angry, they would get thyroid nodules, and it was particularly easy to get thyroid nodules while getting angry.
Today, Zhimei will come to talk carefully about what is the relationship between anger and thyroid.
Don't be too anxious, getting angry doesn't directly cause thyroid nodules [1,2].
Thyroid anatomical position
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In the impression of many people, angry thyroid nodules.
In fact, it is likely that it is not, but it is a thyroid problem that may lead to bad mood and love to be angry!
What's going on?
You've probably heard of hyperthyroidism, which is an overactive thyroid function.
Having hyperthyroidism is like being beaten with chicken blood, the body is out of control, the spirit is too excited, and it is easy to be extremely irritable and quarrel with people because of some small things.
Some people with hyperthyroidism also have thyroid nodules, so it's easy to associate anger with thyroid nodules.
In fact, "anger can cause thyroid nodules" is not scientifically based, don't be too anxious because of this.
The following factors are closely related to thyroid nodules, and some of them can be avoided as much as possible.
1. Abnormal hormone levels
Fluctuations in hormone levels make thyroid nodules "prefer" women.
The thyroid gland itself is an endocrine gland that is susceptible to hormone levels in the body [4].
Thyroid blood supply pattern diagram
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For example, women in puberty, pregnancy, lactation, etc., growth and metabolism are strong, the body needs thyroxine increases, the human body may let the thyroid gland "overtime".
If a part of the thyroid tissue is stimulated, it may overgrow, and in severe cases, nodular goiter will form.
In addition, women have menstrual periods, pregnancy, menopause and other stages, and hormone levels fluctuate greatly throughout life, which may also stimulate thyroid overgrowth.
2. Immune abnormalities
The immune system "hits the wrong person" and mistakenly attacks the thyroid gland, which can also cause inflammation of the thyroid gland and stimulate abnormal growth of thyroid tissue[5], such as Hashimoto's thyroiditis.
Common causes and pathogenesis of thyroiditis
Eat too little or too much iodine[6]
Too much or too little iodine intake can have an impact, such as inland mountainous areas and coastal areas are high nodules, which is related to the local people's insufficient iodine intake, too much iodine intake.
Finally, radiation, familial inheritance, and age growth also have some effects [2,3].
A common cause of thyroid nodules
Radiation referred to here refers to ionizing radiation, including radiation therapy for the neck in childhood and adolescence, fluoroscopy, multiple neck CT examinations, etc. (so lead bib protection is generally worn when examining the neck).
As for the mobile phones and computers we usually use, the radiation emitted is extremely small, and it is electromagnetic radiation, so it is safe.
Thyroid nodules are actually quite common.
In recent years, everyone has paid attention to physical examination, and with the increasing resolution of ultrasound, more and more thyroid nodules have been found [7].
Thyroid nodule anatomy pattern diagram
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Most of these detected thyroid nodules are benign and do not have any symptoms [8], so there is no need to worry too much.
However, once a thyroid nodule is found, it is possible to go to the hospital for further examination.
For example, ultrasound to determine the size, blood flow, morphology, boundaries, calcifications, etc. of the thyroid nodules, and draw blood to check whether there is any abnormality in thyroid function.
If the doctor judges that the ultrasound and blood test are normal, and you do not feel unwell, please relax, and the annual physical examination and observation is enough.
Flowchart of diagnosis and treatment of thyroid nodules
Finally, although anger is not the direct cause of thyroid nodules, the human body is very complex, living in a modern high-pressure environment, it will be particularly prone to negative emotions such as anger, and health will certainly be affected.
Although Zhimei can't solve the disturbances in reality for everyone, she also wants to provide some small tips to help everyone alleviate their repressed emotions:
1. Be sure to sleep enough
Sleeping is like "recharging and repairing" and can help our brains and bodies relieve fatigue and rejuvenate.
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There is no need to struggle with 7 hours or 8 hours, as long as the next day is energetic, it is healthy sleep.
At present, everyone should also go to bed every night and get up early on weekdays, so it is also very helpful to sleep for half an hour more than usual on weekends and sleep lazily!
2. When angry, try taking a deep breath
When you feel signs of anger, try slowing down your breathing speed and extending one breath to 10-15 seconds.
(Source: FOXADHD.COM)
At the same time, try to use the rise and fall of the stomach to increase the intake of breath.
Slowly you can return to calm.
3. There is pressure, don't be alone!
Family and friends don't mind your complaints, but are more worried about you reporting good news and not worrying.
So don't be afraid to talk.
It's really not okay to run to a place where no one is shouting, or even shouting swear words aimlessly.
As long as you feel comfortable.
(Source: The Good Doctor)
4. Even a 5-minute outdoor exercise a day can help!
5 minutes of "green workout"[9], in fact, super cost-effective!
"Green exercise" is easy to achieve, go out for a few minutes, no matter what form of exercise, as long as you can go outside, into nature, you can effectively improve mood, relieve stress.
You don't have to sweat or burn out, even if it's just a breath of fresh air, do simple stretching, walking, and chatting.
I hope that in the new year, everyone will encounter less angry things and love themselves more!
Reviewer
Pan Yongyuan | Chief Physician, Department of Endocrinology, Xuanwu Hospital, Capital Medical University
Li Tiancheng | Deputy Chief Physician of the Department of Otorhinolaryngology, Head and Neck Surgery, Peking University First Hospital
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