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  • Hyperthyroidism and Graves’ Disease for Parents


    Hyperthyroidism happens when the thyroid gland sends too much thyroid hormone into the blood. The most common cause of hyperthyroidism is Graves' disease.

  • A to Z: Graves Disease for Parents


    Graves disease is a condition where the body's immune system causes the thyroid gland to make more thyroid hormones than it should.

  • Thyroid Disease for Parents


    The thyroid gland makes the hormones that help control metabolism and growth. A thyroid that isn't working properly can cause thyroid disease.

  • Blood Test: Thyroid Peroxidase Antibodies for Parents


    The thyroid peroxidase antibodies test can help doctors diagnose and monitor autoimmune conditions involving the thyroid gland, including Hashimoto's thyroiditis and Graves disease.

  • Goiters and Thyroid Nodules for Parents


    An enlarged thyroid gland is a lump that can be felt under the skin at the front of the neck. When it's big enough to see easily, it's called a goiter. A thyroid nodule is a lump or enlarged area in the thyroid gland.

  • Someone in My Friend's Family Died. What Should I Do? for Kids


    Your friend probably feels a sadness called grief. People show their grief in different ways. They might need or want different things to help them feel better. Find out more in this article for kids.

  • A to Z: Myasthenia Gravis (MG) for Parents


    Learn about myasthenia gravis, an autoimmune disease that causes weakness in the voluntary muscles.

  • Adrenal Insufficiency for Parents


    Adrenal insufficiency is a condition that happens when the adrenal glands do not work as they should.

  • Hypothyroidism and Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis for Parents


    An underactive thyroid makes too little thyroid hormone, causing hypothyroidism. Hashimoto's thyroiditis, which causes most cases of hypothyroidism in kids and teens, is a condition in which the immune system attacks the thyroid.

  • Thyroid Tests for Parents


    Thyroid blood tests check thyroid function and can help doctors diagnose thyroid disorders such as hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism.