Thyroid problems

If your thyroid becomes overactive (hyperthyroidism) or underactive (hypothyroidism), you may experience a range of health problems — learn more here.

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Iodine deficiency

Iodine deficiency is the most common cause of thyroid disease. Learn about the causes and how to ensure you are getting enough iodine.

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Hyperthyroidism

Hyperthyroidism (or thyrotoxicosis) occurs when the thyroid gland is overactive and produces too much thyroid hormone.

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Hashimoto's disease

Hashimoto's disease causes your body to produce too little thyroid hormone. Learn about the causes, symptoms and treatment of Hashimoto's thyroiditis.

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Thyroid medicines

Thyroid medicines treat thyroid disorders, including hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. Read about how they work and their potential side effects.

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Goitre

Goitre is a swelling of your thyroid gland at the base of your neck. Find out more about the causes, symptoms and treatments for goitre.

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Thyroid cancer

Thyroid cancer is treatable in most cases. Learn about its development, symptoms, when to consult a doctor, and available treatments.

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Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) is when the thyroid gland doesn't make enough thyroid hormone. Read about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

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Night sweats

Night sweats may be a sign of a medical condition or may be caused by a medicine. Find out more about night sweats, common causes and treatments.

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Autoimmune diseases — an overview

Autoimmune diseases occur when your immune system attacks your own body. Learn more about the diagnosis and treatment of these diseases.

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Peripheral neuropathy

Peripheral neuropathy is a type of nerve damage causing pain, numbness or tingling in your arms and legs. Explore causes, symptoms and treatments.

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Graves' disease

Graves' disease is an autoimmune disease causing hyperthyroidism, with symptoms like anxiety, tremors, a racing heart, goitre and bulging eyes.

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Infertility

Find out what infertility is and what you can do if you are having problems falling pregnant. Fertility problems affect both males and females.

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Dermatitis herpetiformis

Find out more about dermatitis herpetiformis (Duhring’s disease or Duhring–Brocq disease) – an autoimmune condition associated with coeliac disease.

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Premature and early menopause

Early menopause and premature menopause is when menopause happens before the age of 45 years. Read about the causes, symptoms and treatments here.

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Coeliac disease

People with coeliac disease can't eat foods containing gluten. Find out how coeliac disease can affect your life and why it's important to get diagnosed.

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Depression in older people

Older people are less likely than younger people to report depression, but it's important you recognise and get support for mental health concerns.

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