(NAPSI)—An estimated 20 million Americans have some form of thyroid disease.1 During January, recognized as Thyroid Awareness ...

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

A widely prescribed thyroid medication called levothyroxine may cause bone loss and increase the risk of the bone disease osteoporosis, according to new research—but this does not mean Americans ...

Thyroid disorders affect millions worldwide, notably in India, impacting metabolic processes through hormone imbalances.

What Does the Thyroid Gland Do? The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located at the front of your neck. It produces hormones that help regulate many of your body’s functions: Thyroid nodules often ...

By: Dr. Kshitiz Murdia Thyroid disorders are among the most common endocrine conditions affecting women of reproductive age.

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

A drug called levothyroxine, the second-most-commonly prescribed medication among older U.S. adults, has been linked to a higher risk of bone loss in a new study. Levothyroxine is prescribed to treat ...

It’s true that this butterfly-shaped gland in your neck keeps your metabolism on course, but it is not to blame every time things go south. Experts share thyroid myths to stop believing now. 1. Myth: ...