What is Thyroid Cancer Thyroid cancer is the presence of cancerous cells within or around the thyroid gland. This gland is located in the neck and is responsible for basic metabolic function within the human body. What Causes this Cancer? Thyroid cancer causes are largely unknown. Exposure to a great deal of radiation may increase the chance of contracting thyroid cancer. … [Read more...] about What is Thyroid Cancer and What are the Risks?
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The All-Important Thyroid Gland and Common Thyroid Problems
The human body contains several glands and organs that are responsible for a myriad of different tasks within the body. If one of these glands starts functioning poorly, a huge assortment of debilitating or even life-threatening symptoms may ensue. One of the most significant glands within the human body is the thyroid. This gland is shaped like a butterfly and is located at … [Read more...] about The All-Important Thyroid Gland and Common Thyroid Problems
Information is Your First Defense Against Parathyroid Problems
Why knowing what to watch for is the first step It might be a funk. But it’s not just in your head. Unfortunately people may often attribute these symptoms to “getting old” or “being out of shape” or “emotional issues” like depression. Parathyroid problems often cause these non-specific symptoms. Fact is, if you’re experiencing a number of abnormal symptoms that you’ve … [Read more...] about Information is Your First Defense Against Parathyroid Problems
Early Diagnosis Of Thyroid Problems
You haven’t been feeling right. You’ve been experiencing strange symptoms like never before and your friends have suggested that the problem might be with your thyroid. Before you jump to conclusions you want to how likely it is that a thyroid problem is, in fact, your underlying issue? Could it be something else? This is an understandable reflex and why it’s important … [Read more...] about Early Diagnosis Of Thyroid Problems
The Different Types of Thyroid Diseases
Types of Thyroid Diseases Find out more about the thyroid gland and the different types of thyroid diseases. The thyroid gland is quite small, but it is also very important. It resembles the shape of a butterfly, and it weighs less than 30 grams. However, the thyroid gland is responsible for producing the hormones that control the body’s metabolism. If the thyroid gland … [Read more...] about The Different Types of Thyroid Diseases
