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Aug 22
- The thyroid gland is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the front of the neck, just below the Adam's apple.
- It plays a crucial role in regulating the body's metabolism by producing hormones that control how the body uses energy.
- The two main hormones produced by the thyroid gland are thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3).
- The thyroid gland is controlled by the pituitary gland, which releases thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) to signal the thyroid to produce more hormones when needed.
- Thyroid disorders, such as hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) and hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), can cause a range of symptoms including fatigue, weight changes, and mood disturbances.
- Treatment for thyroid disorders typically involves medication to regulate hormone levels, and in some cases, surgery or radioactive iodine therapy may be necessary.
- It plays a crucial role in regulating the body's metabolism by producing hormones that control how the body uses energy.
- The two main hormones produced by the thyroid gland are thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3).
- The thyroid gland is controlled by the pituitary gland, which releases thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) to signal the thyroid to produce more hormones when needed.
- Thyroid disorders, such as hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) and hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid), can cause a range of symptoms including fatigue, weight changes, and mood disturbances.
- Treatment for thyroid disorders typically involves medication to regulate hormone levels, and in some cases, surgery or radioactive iodine therapy may be necessary.
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Aug 22
Thyroid Gland
- Location: Located in the neck, below the larynx and in front of the trachea
- Functions:
- Regulates metabolism, growth, and development
- Hormones:
- Thyroxine (T4)
- Triiodothyronine (T3)
- Calcitonin
- Physiology:
- Stimulated by thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) from the pituitary gland
- T4 and T3 are transported in the blood bound to thyroid-binding globulin (TBG)
- Disorders:
- Hypothyroidism: Underactivity of the thyroid gland
- Hyperthyroidism: Overactivity of the thyroid gland
- Goiter: Enlargement of the thyroid gland
- Clinical Significance:
- Thyroid disorders can cause a range of symptoms, including fatigue, weight gain or loss, heart rate changes, and menstrual irregularities
- Diagnosis is based on blood tests and physical examination
- Treatment depends on the specific disorder and may include medication, surgery, or radioactive iodine therapy
- Location: Located in the neck, below the larynx and in front of the trachea
- Functions:
- Regulates metabolism, growth, and development
- Hormones:
- Thyroxine (T4)
- Triiodothyronine (T3)
- Calcitonin
- Physiology:
- Stimulated by thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) from the pituitary gland
- T4 and T3 are transported in the blood bound to thyroid-binding globulin (TBG)
- Disorders:
- Hypothyroidism: Underactivity of the thyroid gland
- Hyperthyroidism: Overactivity of the thyroid gland
- Goiter: Enlargement of the thyroid gland
- Clinical Significance:
- Thyroid disorders can cause a range of symptoms, including fatigue, weight gain or loss, heart rate changes, and menstrual irregularities
- Diagnosis is based on blood tests and physical examination
- Treatment depends on the specific disorder and may include medication, surgery, or radioactive iodine therapy
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