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Goiter

Posted by Lascelles Pinnock

Thyroid

The term “goiter” simply refers to the abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland. It is important to know that the presence of a goiter does not necessarily mean that the thyroid gland is malfunctioning or that there is a cancerous tumor. A goiter can occur in a gland that is producing too much hormone (hyperthyroidism), […]


Hypothyroidism

Posted by Lascelles Pinnock

Thyroid

Causes of Hypothyroidism The most common cause of hypothyroidism is an auto-immune disorder called Hashimoto’s thyroiditis in which the body produces antibodies which decrease the production on thyroid hormone. HYPOthyroidism can also develop after medical treatments for HYPERthyroidism, such as thyroidectomy (surgical removal of the thyroid) or radioactive iodine treatment (to destroy thyroid tissue). History […]


Hyperthyroidism

Posted by Lascelles Pinnock

Thyroid

Causes of Hyperthyroidism Graves’ disease — Graves’ disease is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism. In people with Graves’ disease, the immune system produces an antibody that stimulates the thyroid gland to produce too much thyroid hormone. Some people develop eye problems (called Graves’ ophthalmopathy), which causes dry, irritated or red eyes, and in severe […]