Radioiodine therapy
Radioiodine therapy (pronounced: ray-dee-oh-Iodine ther-uh-pee) is a form of Radiation therapy that uses radioactive iodine (I-131) to treat conditions affecting the Thyroid gland.
Etymology
The term "Radioiodine" is derived from the words "radioactive" and "iodine". "Radioactive" comes from the Latin word 'radius' meaning 'ray', and "iodine" is derived from the Greek word 'iodes' meaning 'violet'.
Procedure
Radioiodine therapy involves the oral administration of I-131, which is absorbed by the thyroid gland. The radioactive iodine then destroys the thyroid cells, including any thyroid cancer cells. This therapy is commonly used to treat Hyperthyroidism and Thyroid cancer.
Related Terms
- Radiation therapy: The use of high-energy radiation to treat diseases, especially cancer.
- Iodine: A chemical element that is used in the treatment of thyroid conditions.
- Thyroid gland: A gland in the neck that produces hormones that regulate growth and metabolism.
- Hyperthyroidism: A condition in which the thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormone.
- Thyroid cancer: A type of cancer that starts in the thyroid gland.
Side Effects
Like all treatments, radioiodine therapy can have side effects. These may include dry mouth, changes in taste, and nausea. In rare cases, it can lead to a decrease in the production of blood cells or the development of new cancers.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Radioiodine therapy
- Wikipedia's article - Radioiodine therapy
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