By Matt Rosenberg. This is a listing of recent generations for individuals born in the United States. Dates are approximate, as recognized by demographers. 2000/2001-Present-New Silent Generation or Generation Z. 1980-2000 - Millennials or Generation Y. 1965-1979 - Generation X.
The management of hypothyroidism focuses on ensuring that patients receive appropriate thyroid hormone replacement therapy and monitoring their response. Hormone replacement should be initiated in a low dosage, especially in the elderly and in patients prone to cardiac problems.
Low thyroid (also referred to as sluggish thyroid, thyroid deficiency, and subclinical hypothyroidism) means that your thyroid gland is putting out less thyroid hormones than your body needs. This is a natural occurrence with aging. The thyroid gland produces a hormone called thyroxine, also known as T4.