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Thyroid Gland
Thyroid Gland
Thyroid Gland
Thyroid Gland
Thyroid Gland

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Thyroid Gland? A Basic Definition

A two-lobed gland located in the throat and secreting the hormone thyroxin, which regulates the iodine metabolism in the body.

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Tue Dec 2

  • Hyperthyroidis m (Overactive Thyroid): Hyperthyroidis m is a complication with the thyroid gland in which there is an over-secretion of the hormones that the thyroid gland secretes. In the metabolism module, we currently did an overview of this condition and I found this article which gives a very detailed account of the disease: its causes, symptoms, and treatment. I think it will be useful for those who want to find out more about the condition.
  • Thyroid Gland: This article is useful given the recent worksession in Metabolism covering the probelms of the thyroid gland and how this affects health.
  • Goitre (Swelling of the Thyroid): Goitre occurs with hypothyroidism - low levels of T3 and T4 mean that TSH production is not inhibited-TSH accumulates, leading to swelling of the thyroid gland.

Mon Dec 1

  • Thyroid - Wikipedia: explains the position, structure and function of the thyroid gland
  • Hypothyroidism: This is a page on hypothyroidism , detailing the causes, symptoms, diagnosis and treatment. In the Metabolism (UoLMB1002-08) module, we are currently studying the thyroid gland and its secreted hormones, so this is a useful and relevant page.

Fri Nov 28

  • Hypothyroidism: Very useful bookmark to aid with the understanding of the group work we are going to cover in metabolism module MB1002 for next tuesdays worksession. This website gives useful information on throid gland diseases predominantly the case of hypothyroidism .

Wed Nov 19

  • Thyroid Gland Therapy Using Novothyral: The thyroid gland is prone to several very distinct problems, some of which are extremely common. These problems can be broken down into those concerning the production of hormone...

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Wed Sep 17

  • Thyroid Gland and Negative Feedback: A series of animations illustrating the role of negative feedback in regulating the level of thyroid hormone in the blood. This tutorial shows how the thyroid gland works together with the pituitary gland and the hypothalamus of the brain to regulate the level of thyroid hormone. As well, there is a section on goiter and its prevention.

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Wed Aug 8

  • Osteoarthritis Targeted By New Disease-Modify ing Drug: Calcitonin, an amino acid hormone produced by the thyroid gland has been shoen to decrease bone breakdown and increase bone density. Typically prescribed as a nasal spray, it is widely used in the treatment of Paget's disease and osteoporosis.

Mon Jun 11

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