Hyperthyroidism Other Information |
Thyroid, Overactive |
Hyperthyroidism (or "overactive thyroid gland") is the clinical syndrome caused by an excess of circulating free thyroxine (T4) or free triiodothyronine (T3), or both. Causes Major causes in humans are: Graves' disease (the most common etiology with 70-80%) Toxic thyroid adenoma Toxic multinodular goitre Other causes of hyperthyroxinemia (high blood levels of thyroid hormones) are not to be confused with true hyperthyroidism and include subacute and other forms of thyroiditis (inflamm ...
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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 impact on your health...
Source: MayoClinic
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