| thyroid |
a large gland located in the front of the neck which regulates the body
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| thyroiditis |
An inflammation of the thyroid gland that causes the gland to become underactive. This results in symptoms such as fatigue, weakness, weight gain, cold intolerance, and muscle aches.
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| thyroid |
Relating to the thyroid gland (in the throat), that produces hormones important to our metabolism.
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| thyroid gland |
An organ at the front of the neck responsible for producing thyroxine. The thyroid begins to shrink as we age, slowly decreasing the amount of thyroxine available to the body. Replacing growth hormone may help maintain the integrity of the thyroid.
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| thyroid hormone |
A hormone affecting body temperature and the metabolism of protein, fat, and carbohydrates. Thyroxine also keeps up growth hormone release, skeletal maturation, and the heart function.
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