Thyroid diseases

Thyroid diseases
Definition:
The thyroid gland is located in the base of the neck on both sides of the lower part of the larynx (voice box) and upper part of the trachea (wind pipe).
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Thyroid Diseases
Endocrine Diseases Definitions and Terms
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The most common thyroid diseases occur when the thyroid gland releases either too little or too much thyroid hormone.
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metabolic conditions, such as diabetes or thyroid diseases
an eating disorder or depression - An eating disorder or depression can also influence appetite and diet. Fortunately, most conditions are not incompatible with breastfeeding.
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An auto-immune condition that affects the cells which make IF (often found in people with immune-related thyroid diseases such as Graves' disease).
After an operation to remove the stomach.
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Thyroid diseases including hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism may produce brittle nails or splitting of the nail bed from the nail plate (onycholysis) ...
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Thyroid peroxidase antibodies can also be present in other thyroid diseases. Also, some people who have normal thyroid function may have TPO antibodies.
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These antibodies are also present in lesser numbers of people with other thyroid diseases. Other autoimmune disorders such as Sjgren syndrome, lupus, rheumatoid arthritis, and pernicious anemia are sometimes positive for TPOAb.
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One source estimates that as many as one in 20 insulin-dependent diabetics may have celiac disease. Patients with other conditions where celiac disease may be more commonly found include those with juvenile chronic arthritis, some thyroid diseases, ...
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