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Causes, Diagnosis and Treatment of Thyroid Disease

ISBN

9781639271108

Author

Benjamin Copes

Publisher

American Medical Publishers

Language

English

Publication Year

2021

Category :

Endocrinology & Metabolism

Pages

259

Price

$ 173.99

Description

The thyroid gland is an endocrine gland located in the neck. It produces hormones that are vital for many different systems throughout the body. When the thyroid releases either too much or too little of these hormones, it results in thyroid disease. The two most common types of thyroid disease are hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism can be caused by thyroiditis, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, postpartum thyroiditis, iodine deficiency and a non-functioning thyroid gland. Grave's disease, nodules, thyroiditis, and excessive iodine can cause hyperthyroidism. Thyroid disease can be diagnosed by blood tests, imaging tests, and physical exams. It can be treated by anti-thyroid drugs, radioactive iodine, beta-blockers, surgery and thyroid replacement medication. This book discusses the fundamentals as well as modern approaches to thyroid disease. It presents researches and studies performed by experts across the globe. This book will provide comprehensive knowledge to the readers.