Learn about hyperthyroidism symptoms, causes, treatment options, and how health insurance helps manage thyroid care costs.

CHICAGO – Treatment of hyperthyroidism with surgery or radioactive iodine significantly extends survival compared to antithyroid medication, while surgery raises the risk for obesity, new data from a ...

A 25-year-old women presents with a 4- to 8-week history of nervousness, anxiety, palpitations, and weight loss of about 10 pounds despite a good appetite. She does not have chest pain, a history of ...

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Hyperthyroidism treatment like radioactive iodine or surgery was associated with a decreased risk for death, according to research being presented Saturday at ENDO 2023, the Endocrine Society's annual ...

Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) was discussed in column a few weeks ago. To review, the thyroid is a gland located in the front of the neck that regulates our metabolism. It produces T4 (4 iodine ...

Sweaty palms, racing heart, and trouble sleeping—an overactive thyroid can mimic anxiety.

Thyroid-related fertility troubles are often undiagnosed, because the symptoms may seem mild or tied to stress or lifestyle.