When it acts up, the thyroid gland can cause a whole host of health issues from chronic fatigue, to excessive weight gain. In this article we will discuss when you should have your thyroid levels checked by a physician, and what to do if your levels are too high or too low. Getting your Thyroid […]
When is Chronic Fatigue Caused by a Thyroid Problem?
The thyroid is a small but important gland located in the neck. It regulates hormones that contribute to metabolism. When these hormones are thrown out of balance, the results can be disastrous. In this article, we are going to answer the question of “when is chronic fatigue the result of a thyroid problem?” We […]
Is your Thyroid Causing your Depression?
The thyroid is responsible for the production of hormones in the body, and can have a great impact on your overall mental health. In this article, we are going to tackle the subject of thyroid and depression. We will discuss how the thyroid can impact your mental health and how it can be best treated. […]
Graves’ Disease & the Thyroid
The thyroid gland is essential for producing certain hormones that regulate metabolism and other bodily functions (as we’ve discussed previously on this site). There are various diseases and conditions (such as hyperthyroidism) that disrupt the thyroid’s ability to work properly. The focus of this patient education article is Graves’ disease – a disorder of the […]
Thyroid vs. Parathyroid Glands
The thyroid and parathyroid glands are located in the neck and are essential to the regulation of hormones in the body. In this article we are going to talk about thyroid and parathyroid glands – the difference between the two, the conditions that can impact both glands, and how to treat those conditions. Thyroid Gland […]
