Graves disease is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism, or increased activity of the thyroid gland. It tends to affect women much more than men and has many clinical manifestations. It is characterized by the production of antibodies that...
According to the National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Disorders (NIDDK), the thyroid gland makes two hormones (triiodothyronine and thyroxine) that affect the amount of moisture in the skin. These hormones also influence...
Thyroid problems are split into four groups: goiter, hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism and cancer. They all can present with their own unique profile of symptoms and laboratory findings that can help the clinician narrow down the diagnosis....
Most women fear the "change of life" known as menopause because of symptoms like hot flashes, mood swings and loss of libido. However, there are other problems that are less well-known, including skin changes that can cause blotchiness and rashes...
