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Articles focusing on symptoms of thyroid problems. An underactive thyroid, or hypothyroidism, is the most common thyroid disease in women. The symptoms are mild weight gain, fatigue, poor memory, constipation, dry skin, abnormal menstrual cycles and sensitivity to cold. An overactive thyroid, or hyperthyroidism, makes you lose weight, speeds up your heart rate and leaves you sensitive to heat.

Signs that your thyroid is not working properly

April 29, 2015 By @ThyroidClinic

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The thyroid is a small gland located in the neck that releases thyroid hormones. These hormones affect a wide range of organs in the body, and when the levels are too high or too low, it can cause many different problems and symptoms. While these symptoms are common to other medical issues as well, if you notice several of these signs, you should schedule an appointment with … [Read more...] about Signs that your thyroid is not working properly

How to Identify a Thyroid Problem

April 17, 2015 By @ThyroidClinic

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We all know that, as we age, our metabolisms naturally slow down a bit. When you were younger, you may have heard older adults talking saying things like “It will catch up to you” and “It’s all downhill from here”. While all of this is true you may find that you are accepting a serious health problem as a natural part of aging. This article provides general information about … [Read more...] about How to Identify a Thyroid Problem

The 10 Most Common Thyroid Disease Symptoms

March 17, 2015 By @ThyroidClinic

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Thyroid disease is a more common problem than most people think. Thyroid disease symptoms most often occur when the thyroid is either overactive or underactive. The primary function of the thyroid is to produce the hormones that regulate the body’s metabolism. There are actually a number of different thyroid problems that a patient can suffer from, but many of these different … [Read more...] about The 10 Most Common Thyroid Disease Symptoms

American Thyroid Awareness Month

January 15, 2015 By @ThyroidClinic

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Written by Alexandra Matkevich RN Thyroid disease and cancer doesn’t just affect Australians and thyroid disorders are commonly diagnosed all across the world. This January let’s help our American friends celebrate Thyroid Awareness Month. In Australia, we celebrate Thyroid Awareness Month in September. Knowing more about your thyroid health can help you support your health … [Read more...] about American Thyroid Awareness Month

Thyroid Problems Affect Men Too

January 6, 2015 By @ThyroidClinic

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Most of what you read about thyroid problems is generally directed at women. Some of the common symptoms include difficulty conceiving or menstrual difficulties. Among the causes of an underactive thyroid, you may often see menopause listed. While all of these are true, it leads some people to believe that thyroid problems only affect women. We are here to tell you that men can … [Read more...] about Thyroid Problems Affect Men Too

About Thyroid Health

December 5, 2014 By @ThyroidClinic

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Thyroid health screener The thyroid gland regulates many metabolic processes, including growth and energy use. Common problems with the thyroid gland include overactivity, known as hyperthyroidism and underactivity, known as hypothyroidism. The thyroid health screener tests some of the common symptoms and risk factors for thyroid disease. Take our thyroid health … [Read more...] about About Thyroid Health

Thyroid Health Screener

December 5, 2014 By @ThyroidClinic

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The thyroid is a gland of the endocrine system. The thyroid gland is found in the neck, below the thyroid cartilage (which forms the laryngeal prominence or Adam’s apple). It is responsible for the regulation of thyroid hormones thyroxine (T4) and thriiodothyronine (T3) that play a large role in the proper conversion of calories and oxygen to energy, called metabolism. For … [Read more...] about Thyroid Health Screener

Do You Have Hyperparathyroidism?

November 27, 2014 By @ThyroidClinic

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We all want to maintain active lifestyles and healthy body weights, especially as we grow older. For this reason you may already be familiar with the thyroid gland and how it governs your metabolism, weight, sleep or emotional state. However, you may not be familiar with the parathyroid glands and how, if overactive, they can have a severe effect on your health. In this article … [Read more...] about Do You Have Hyperparathyroidism?

Is It Time for Parathyroid Surgery

October 28, 2014 By @ThyroidClinic

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Time for Parathyroid Surgery Although the parathyroid glands are located on the thyroid gland, they actually produce very different hormones that control very different functions in the body. While the thyroid gland controls the body’s metabolism, the parathyroid glands control the exchange of calcium between the blood and the bones. To function, your body needs calcium … [Read more...] about Is It Time for Parathyroid Surgery

Understanding Postpartum Thyroiditis

October 3, 2014 By @ThyroidClinic

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Women who have just given birth often have to deal with a wide range of health issues that flare up after delivery. One of these illnesses is postpartum thyroiditis. Whilst the exact cause of this thyroiditis after pregnancy is not known, it is important that you understand how this illness affects you and what can be done about it. What Is Postpartum Thyroiditis Postpartum … [Read more...] about Understanding Postpartum Thyroiditis

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