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  • A to Z: Chronic Lymphocytic Thyroiditis for Parents


    See: Hashimoto's Thyroiditis.

  • 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.

  • Congenital Hypothyroidism for Parents


    Some babies are born with a thyroid gland that didn't develop correctly or doesn't work as it should. This is called congenital hypothyroidism.

  • A to Z: Hypothyroidism for Parents


    Hypothyroidism is when the thyroid gland doesn't send enough thyroid hormone into the blood.

  • Blood Test: Thyroglobulin Antibodies (TgAb) for Parents


    Doctors do thyroglobulin antibodies tests to help diagnose autoimmune conditions involving the thyroid gland, or when they suspect a thyroid disorder.

  • 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.

  • Endocrine System for Parents


    The glands of the endocrine system and the hormones they release affect almost every cell, organ, and function of our bodies.

  • Blood Test: T4 (Thyroxine) for Parents


    Doctors may order the T4 blood test if a person has symptoms that suggest any kind of thyroid disorder.

  • Endocrine System for Teens


    The endocrine system influences almost every cell, organ, and function of our bodies. It is instrumental in regulating mood, growth and development, metabolism, and sexual function, among other things.

  • Health Care Providers: Endocrinologists for Parents


    An endocrinologist is a doctor who studies and treats diseases and conditions that affect growth, development, puberty, and energy levels.