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Hyperthyroidism
Hyperthyroidism Definition Hyperthyroidism is the overproduction of thyroid hormones by an overactive thyroid. Description The term hyperthyroidism covers any disease which results in overabundance of thyroid hormone. Other names for hyperthyroidism,
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Mineral Toxicity
Mineral toxicity Definition The term mineral toxicity refers to a condition in which the concentration in the body of any one of the minerals necessary for life is abnormally high, and which has an adverse effect on health. Description The mineral nu
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4 Common Thyroid Disorders
The thyroid is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of the neck below the Adam's apple. It is part of a complex network of glands called the endocrine system, which is responsible for coordinating many of the body's activities. The thy
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Hashimoto's Disease
Overview Hashimoto’s disease damages your thyroid function. It is also called chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis or just chronic thyroiditis. Hashimoto’s is the most common cause of hypothyroidism, an underactive thyroid. The thyroid releases hormones t
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Thyroid Scan
What Is a Thyroid Scan? A thyroid scan is a procedure that uses nuclear medicine imaging to evaluate the way your thyroid functions. Your thyroid is the gland that controls your body’s metabolism. It is located in your neck. Nuclear medicine uses sma
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TSI Level Test
What is a TSI Test? If you have hyperthyroidism, your thyroid produces too much of the thyroid hormones T3 and T4. This can lead to a range of symptoms, including fatigue, difficulty concentrating, nervousness, and restlessness. When the symptoms of
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Thyroid Nodule
What Is a Thyroid Nodule? A thyroid nodule is a lump in your thyroid gland. It can be solid or filled with fluid. You can have a single nodule or a cluster of nodules. Thyroid nodules are common and rarely cancerous. Your thyroid is a small butterfly
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