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Hypothyroidism: Introduction

Hypothyroidism: Hypothyroidism is the most common form of thyroid disease. It occurs when the thyroid does not produce enough thyroid hormone-causing the body ... more about Hypothyroidism.

Hypothyroidism: Too little thyroid hormone production. More detailed information about the symptoms, causes, and treatments of Hypothyroidism is available below.

Symptoms of Hypothyroidism

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Medical Books Excerpts
  • "Algorithmic Diagnosis of Symptoms and Signs" (2003)
  • "Algorithmic Diagnosis of Symptoms and Signs" (2003)
  • "In a Page: Signs and Symptoms" (2004)
  • "In a Page: Signs and Symptoms" (2004)
  • "Differential Diagnosis in Primary Care" (2007)
  • "Differential Diagnosis in Primary Care" (2007)
  • "Handbook of Signs & Symptoms (Third Edition)" (2006)
  • "A Pocket Manual of Differential Diagnosis" (1999)
  • "Professional Guide to Diseases (Eighth Edition)" (2005)
  • "Professional Guide to Diseases (Eighth Edition)" (2005)
  • "Professional Guide to Signs & Symptoms (Fifth Edition)" (2006)
  • "The 10-Minute Diagnosis Manual: Symptoms and Signs in the Time-Limited Encounter" (2000)
  • "The 10-Minute Diagnosis Manual: Symptoms and Signs in the Time-Limited Encounter" (2000)
  • "Field Guide to Bedside Diagnosis" (2007)
  • "Handbook of Diseases" (2003)
  • "Handbook of Diseases" (2003)
  • "Signs & Symptoms: A 2-in-1 Reference for Nurses" (2007)
  • "Nursing: Interpreting Signs and Symptoms" (2007)
  • "Differential Diagnosis in Primary Care" (2007)
  • "Differential Diagnosis in Primary Care" (2007)
  • "Pediatric Complaints and Diagnostic Dilemmas" (2003)
  • "Pediatric Complaints and Diagnostic Dilemmas" (2003)
  • "Pediatric Complaints and Diagnostic Dilemmas" (2003)
  • "Pediatric Complaints and Diagnostic Dilemmas" (2003)
  • "Pediatric Complaints and Diagnostic Dilemmas" (2003)
  • "Pediatric Complaints and Diagnostic Dilemmas" (2003)
  • "Pediatric Complaints and Diagnostic Dilemmas" (2003)
  • "The 5-Minute Pediatric Consult" (2008)

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Hypothyroidism: Undiagnosed Conditions

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Misdiagnosis and Hypothyroidism

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Tremor need not be Parkinson's disease: There is the tendency to believe that any tremor symptom, or shakiness, means Parkinson's disease. The...read more »

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Hypothyroidism: Rare Types

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Causes of Hypothyroidism

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Treatments for Hypothyroidism

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Clinical Trials for Hypothyroidism

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Hypothyroidism: Broader Related Topics

Types of Hypothyroidism

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Curable Types of Hypothyroidism

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Article Excerpts about Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism is the most common form of thyroid disease. It occurs when the thyroid does not produce enough thyroid hormone-causing the body use energy more slowly than it should. Symptoms may include feeling sluggish, cold, depressed, forgetful, experiencing dry hair and skin, constipation, and increased menstrual flow. Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease in which the body attacks the thyroid and keeps it from producing enough thyroid hormone. It is the most common form of hypothyroidism. (Source: excerpt from Thyroid Disease: NWHIC)

Definitions of Hypothyroidism:

A condition in which the production of thyroid hormone by the thyroid gland is diminished. Signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism include low metabolic rate, tendency to weight gain, somnolence and sometimes myxedema. In the United States, the most common cause of hypothyroidism is Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an autoimmune disorder. SYN athyrea. --2004 - (Source - Diseases Database)

An underactive thyroid gland; a glandular disorder resulting from insufficient production of thyroid hormones - (Source - WordNet 2.1)

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