Thyroid disease is a common health condition that affects millions of people around the world. It is estimated that many people with thyroid problems are not aware that they have this condition. Thyroid problems can affect every body system, so early diagnosis and treatment of this condition are very important. Here are the two common…
The surgery done to treat thyroid problems is known as Thyroidectomy. It is the process of removing a part or all of your thyroid gland surgically. The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped organ that sits at the bottom of your neck. This gland produces hormones that regulate different aspects of your metabolism, from how quickly…
Surgery is an option for treating hyperthyroidism, but it’s not used as often as antithyroid drugs or radioactive iodine. Thyroid surgical procedure includes eliminating part or the entirety of the thyroid gland. Some types of hyperthyroidism, such as a solitary toxic adenoma, involve surgery to remove a portion of the thyroid gland (called thyroid lobectomy)…
The human body consists of 11 basic systems, all of which are influenced and regulated by hormones produced by the Endocrine System. Hormones are chemical messengers that control bodily functions and range from basic needs such as hunger to essential functions such as metabolism and reproduction. If any of these hormones break down, it can…