Hyperthyroidism—an overactive thyroid—is associated with a slightly increased risk of dementia in older adults. New research ...

A study from the University of Michigan has found that the intensity of thyroid hormone treatment may be linked to an ...

is a brand-name oral tablet prescribed for certain thyroid conditions. As with other drugs, Armour Thyroid can cause side effects, such as temporary hair loss in children and hyperthyroidism.

Medically reviewed by Kelly Wood, MD Hypothyroidism—or an underactive thyroid—is a condition that happens when the thyroid ...

Thyroid health is key to overall well-being and understanding its impact on sexual function can improve management and ...

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Autoimmune thyroid disease (AITD) causes cellular damage and alters thyroid gland function by humoral and cell-mediated mechanisms. Cellular damage occurs when sensitized T-lymphocytes and/or ...

Learn about MSK’s active surveillance program for papillary thyroid cancer, which allows many people to avoid unnecessary surgery and the risks that come with it.

Once you are past the active stage of thyroid eye disease and the inflammation has lowered, medications are unlikely to help. But you might consider surgery to correct any remaining problems.