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Thyroid Disorders Resources

Thyroid hormones regulate our body's metabolism and influence virtually every organ system in the body. They tell organs how fast or slow they should work. Thyroid hormones also regulate the body's consumption of oxygen and production of heat. Thyroid problems, such as an overactive or underactive thyroid, can severely affect metabolism. There are several thyroid conditions you may want to be aware of. Read more in this web section or in the resources below.

Thyroid Disorders Overview Hyperthyroidism Hypothyroidism

Thyroid Nodules Thyroid Disorders Lifestyle and Prevention Thyroid Links

Thyroid Research Highlights

Hormone Foundation Resources

Congenital Hypothyroidism (English/Spanish)

Graves' Disease (English/Spanish)

Hashimoto's Disease (English/Spanish)

Hyperthyroidism (English/Spanish)

Hypothyroidism (English/Spanish)

Patient Guide on Management of Hyperthyroidism Before, During and After Pregnancy

Patient Guide on Management of Hypothyroidism Before, During and After Pregnancy

Patient Guide on Maternal Thyroid Nodules and Cancer Before, During and After Pregnancy

Postpartum Thyroiditis (English/Spanish)

Thyroid Cancer (English/Spanish)

Thyroid Nodules (English/Spanish)

Other Resources

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