The thyroid gland may be small, but its impact on overall health is enormous. This butterfly-shaped gland in your neck regulates your body's metabolism, energy levels, and hormonal balance.

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . “Hyperthyroidism, characterized by excess concentrations of circulating thyroid hormones, commonly presents with ...

A 25-year-old women presents with a 4- to 8-week history of nervousness, anxiety, palpitations, and weight loss of about 10 pounds despite a good appetite. She does not have chest pain, a history of ...

CHICAGO – Treatment of hyperthyroidism with surgery or radioactive iodine significantly extends survival compared to antithyroid medication, while surgery raises the risk for obesity, new data from a ...

Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) was discussed in column a few weeks ago. To review, the thyroid is a gland located in the front of the neck that regulates our metabolism. It produces T4 (4 iodine ...

Hyperthyroidism treatment like radioactive iodine or surgery was associated with a decreased risk for death, according to research being presented Saturday at ENDO 2023, the Endocrine Society's annual ...

1 in 10 women will face thyroid issues in her lifetime. It may be related to stress, and here is why understanding how it happens and why active management of your stress levels matters.

Endocrinologists share the surprising signs of thyroid disease, including hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism, that you should know. Plus, when to see a doctor.

Graves disease is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism in both adults and children. Thyrotoxicosis develops due to the presence of autoantibodies that bind to the TSH receptor and stimulate the ...