The thyroid gland is a small gland in the front of your neck. It looks like a butterfly. It makes chemicals that control your metabolism and growth. Following are most common diseases of thyroid.
Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid does not make enough hormones. It can cause tiredness, weight gain, sensitivity to cold, hair loss.
Hyperthyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid makes excessive hormones. Hyperthyroidism can cause weight loss, heat intolerance, sweating, nervousness, tremors.
Thyroid nodules.
They are small growths on the thyroid gland that are usually harmless. but sometimes they can cause signs like a lump in the neck or trouble swallowing.
Thyroid cancer is a rare type of cancer that starts in the thyroid gland. Cancer of the thyroid can cause a lump in the neck, a hoarse voice, and trouble speaking.
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