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Thyroid Disease
Thyroid diseases include hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, and thyroid cancer. Symptoms of thyroid disease include weight loss or gain, hot flashes, fatigue, constipation, dry skin, and more. Treatment of thyroid disease depends on the cause of the disease.
Hyperthyroidism Pictures Slideshow
Hyperthyroidism is a condition in which an overactive thyroid gland produces an excessive amount of thyroid hormones. Watch this slideshow to learn causes, symptoms and treatment for hyperthyroidism.
Thyroid Pictures Slideshow
Watch this slideshow on thyroid symptoms and solutions. Fatigue, weight gain, hair loss, depression, could your thyroid be to blame? We look at hidden thyroid disorders, the tests and treatments, with pictures and illustrations.
Hyperthyroidism
Learn about hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid gland) symptoms such as irritability, tachycardia, heat intolerance, increased sweating, weight gain, and more, as well as the causes, diagnosis, and treatment of hyperthyroidism.
Thyroid Anatomy
View an illustration of thyroid anatomy and learn about thyroid conditions such as thyroiditis and hyperthyroidism as well as tests and treatment.
Hypothyroidism
Learn about Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) including causes, symptoms (such as weight gain, fatigue, and depression), diagnosis, and treatment.
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Graves' Disease
Graves' disease is an autoimmune disease that affects the thyroid. Some of the symptoms of Graves' disease include hand tremors,...
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Hashimoto's Thyroiditis (Symptoms, Diet, Treatments, Pregnancy)
Hashimoto's thyroiditis or chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis, is an autoimmune disorder causing inflammation of the thyroid gland....
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Hashimoto's Thyroiditis
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Hypercalcemia (Elevated Calcium Levels)
Hypercalcemia is a condition in which calcium levels in the blood are elevated. Hypercalcemia is associated with other conditions...
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Hyperparathyroidism
Hyperparathyroidism is a disorder of the parathyroid glands. There are two types of hyperparathyroidism, primary and secondary....
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Hyperthyroidism
Hyperthyroidism is an excess of thyroid hormone due to an overactive thyroid gland. Symptoms can include increased heart rate,...
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Hypoparathyroidism
In hypoparathyroidism, the parathyroid gland does not produce enough parathyroid hormone. Causes of hypoparathyroidism include...
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Hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism is any state in which thyroid hormone production is below normal. Normally, the rate of thyroid hormone...
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Myxedema (Crisis) Coma
Myxedema (crisis) coma is the loss of brain function due to severe longstanding low levels of thyroid hormone in the blood....
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Thyroid Disorders Symptoms and Signs
Thyroid diseases and disorders are caused because the body either makes too much or too little thyroid hormones, which are...
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Thyroid Disorders
There are several types of thyroid disorders including hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, goiters, thyroid nodules, and thyroid...
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Thyroid Nodules
Thyroid nodules are the most common endocrine problem in the United States. The term thyroid nodule refers to any abnormal growth...
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Thyroid Problems
The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped gland located in the front of the neck. The thyroid gland produces important thyroid...
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Thyroiditis
Thyroiditis is the inflammation of the thyroid gland. The inflamed thyroid gland can release an excess of thyroid hormones into...
Multimedia: Slideshows, Images & Quizzes
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Hyperthyroidism Symptoms and Treatment
What is hyperthyroidism? Hyperthyroidism occurs when an overactive thyroid gland produces an excessive amount of thyroid...
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Picture of Thyroid
The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located in the front of the neck just below the Adams apple. See a picture of the Thyroid...
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Thyroid Problems Explained
Learn about thyroid problems such as hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, thyroid cancer, and more. Discover symptoms and treatments...
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Thyroid Quiz: Test Your Medical IQ
Your unexplained change in weight could indicate a thyroid condition. Take the Thyroid Quiz to learn about common symptoms and...
Treatment & Diagnosis
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