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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Graves' disease
In this autoimmune condition, the thyroid gland in the neck produces too much thyroid hormone that can cause tremor, anxiety, a racing heart, goitre and bulging eyes.
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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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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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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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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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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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