Lithium is associated with an increased risk for thyroid dysfunction and chronic kidney disease (CKD) in patients with incident bipolar disorder (BD), according to a study published online Feb. 11 in ...

While hyperthyroidism affects about 1% of all Americans, women are five to ten times more likely to have the condition than ...

The thyroid may be small, but its impact on health is profound. By raising awareness, we empower individuals to take control of their well-being and ensure that no one suffers in silence. This Thyroid ...

Q: Lately, we've been seeing a lot of ads on TV for a medication to treat thyroid eye disease. My daughter, who is 23, suffers from dry eyes, and now she's sure she has it. What is thyroid eye disease ...

You are also right that the iodine-containing dye from CT scans can precipitate hyperthyroidism in a person who is destined to get it. However, the risk of this occurring is low. There is no increased ...

Subclinical hyperthyroidism means that a person has low or undetectable levels of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) with normal levels of free thyroid hormones. It usually does not cause symptoms. The ...

As mentioned in Overview, most thyroid eye disease (TED) cases are closely related to hyperthyroidism. Approximately 85% of patients with TED develop the disease around 18 months before or after the ...

This article was reviewed by Felix Gussone, MD. Key Takeaways: Everyday habits are helpful for supporting thyroid health ...