What effect does a hemithyroidectomy have on your weight?

Answer by  randygeren (6)

The thyroid gland produces hormones that regulate and keep your metabolism in balance. When the thyroid gland is partially or totally removed, one will experience an underactive thyroid or hypothyroidism, which will cause weight gain. To compensate for the loss of the thyroid gland, hormone replacement therapy will be prescribed for the rest of the patients life.

Answer by  SIDDHU (861)

Hemithroidectomy which means the removal of one of the lobes of thyroid gland sometimes lead to excessive weight in some patients whereas in case of some others it maybe opposite.

Answer by  mooly398 (140)

Hemithyroidectomy is linked to weight gain. The thyroid is an endocrine gland, and the hormones it releases help the body to regulate its metabolism. Taking synthetic thyroid hormones can help to mitigate weight gain.

Answer by  primatefreak (1616)

The thyroid gland contains hormones that control and regulate metabolism. A hemithyroidectomy is the removal of one of the lobes of the thyroid gland. Sometimes after surgery, there is a sufficient hormone level that there is no change in weight. Reports indicate there may be a weight gain or loss. Factors: diet, exercise, thyroid medication and other health conditions.

Answer by  Travis404607 (3916)

Removal of half of the thyroid gland can cause you to gain weight easier, since the thyroid has a big impact on metabolism. You may notice this drop in metabolosim right after surgery.

Answer by  mb (5482)

The thyroid is the gland that controls your metabolism. If part of it is removed you may have a lower metabolism so you will put on weight much easier. You'll have to carefully watch your calories.