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Hypothyroidism is the disease state caused by insufficient production of thyroid hormone by the thyroid gland. There are several distinct causes for chronic hypothyroidism, the most common being Hashimoto's thyroiditis and hypothyroidism following radioiodine therapy for hyperthyroidism. The severity of hypothyroidism varies widely. Patients are classified as "subclinical hypothyroid" if diagnostic findings show thyroid hormone abnormalities, but they do not exhibit any symptoms. Others hav ...
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... What is the thyroid gland? The thyroid is a small butterfly-shaped gland located just below the Adam’s apple. The primary function of the thyroid is to control the body’s metabolism (the rate at which...
Source: Cleveland Clinic
Thyroid Disease ... Understanding the thyroid The thyroid is a small gland, shaped like a butterfly, that rests in the middle of the lower neck. Its primary function is to control the body’s metabolism (rate at which cel...
Source: Cleveland Clinic
Overview ... Your thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of your neck, just below your Adam''s apple. Although it weighs less than an ounce, the thyroid gland has an enormous effect on your health...
Source: MayoClinic
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Resources
- Get To Know Your Endocrine System (HealthWorld)
- Hashimoto's Disease: What it is and How It's Treated (American Academy of Family Physicians)
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