- Thyroid - Wikipedia
The thyroid, or thyroid gland, is an endocrine gland in vertebrates In humans, it is a butterfly-shaped gland located in the neck below the Adam's apple It consists of two connected lobes The lower two thirds of the lobes are connected by a thin band of tissue called the isthmus (pl : isthmi)
- What Does Your Thyroid Do? - WebMD
Two hormones made by the thyroid gland help regulate your metabolism -- the chemical processes in your body that break down what you eat to make energy They can affect how fast your heart beats,
- Thyroid Disorders: Types, Signs, Symptoms, Treatment Causes
There are a variety of thyroid disorders Learn the most common types of thyroid problems, as well as their causes, symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and complications
- 19 Symptoms of Thyroid Conditions and What They Mean - Health
Take note of symptoms if you suspect you have a thyroid problem or have a family history of thyroid disease Notify a healthcare provider if you are concerned about thyroid disease
- Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) - Symptoms and causes
The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of the neck, just below the Adam's apple The thyroid gland makes two main hormones: thyroxine (T-4) and triiodothyronine (T-3)
- Thyroid Patient Information - American Thyroid Association
Thyroid brochures for patients, medical professionals and the general public are available at www thyroid org thyroid-information Below is the current list of available brochures, selected brochures are also available in Spanish
- Thyroid Diseases | Hypothyroidism | Hyperthyroidism | MedlinePlus
The thyroid is a gland in the neck The thyroid gland creates hormones that affect metabolism Learn about thyroid diseases, such as hypothyroidism
- Thyroid Disorders - Johns Hopkins Medicine
The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located in the front of the neck It produces hormones that play a key role in regulating blood pressure, body temperature, heart rate, metabolism and the reaction of the body to other hormones
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