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• Jod-Basedow phenomenon
  ...on that is characterized by [[hyperthyroidism]] due to an excessive intake of [[iodine]]. ...cause of iodine deficiency. This condition is also known as iodine-induced hyperthyroidism.
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• Hashitoxicosis
  ...oid hormones]] into the bloodstream following the inflammatory destruction of thyroid follicular cells. ...it, and "toxicosis," which refers to the condition caused by the presence of toxins in the body.
  2 KB (227 words) - 04:15, 7 February 2024
• Hyperthyroidism
  |Term=hyperthyroidism |Short definition=hyperthyroidism (HY-pro-DEIN-roy-dih-zum) A condition that occurs when the thyroid gland pr
  1 KB (180 words) - 22:21, 11 January 2023
• Thyroid storm
  ...of the thyroid gland, and "storm", indicating a sudden and severe onset of symptoms. === Symptoms ===
  2 KB (276 words) - 23:07, 8 February 2024
• Thyrotoxic myopathy
  ...roʊˈtɒksɪk maɪˈɒpəθi/) is a [[muscle]] disorder caused by excessive levels of [[thyroid hormone]] in the body. ...eld-like shape; "toxic" meaning "poison", referring to the harmful effects of excessive thyroid hormone; and "myopathy" meaning "muscle disease".
  2 KB (260 words) - 03:54, 11 February 2024
• Thyroid eye disease
  ...d [[orbit]]. It is associated with [[Graves' disease]], a common form of [[hyperthyroidism]]. === Symptoms ===
  1 KB (195 words) - 21:55, 13 February 2024
• Postpartum thyroiditis
  ...bserved in women following childbirth. It is characterized by inflammation of the [[thyroid gland]] that occurs within the first year after delivery. ...aning "after childbirth" and the Greek "thyroiditis" meaning "inflammation of the thyroid gland".
  2 KB (221 words) - 06:40, 11 February 2024
• Hypermetabolism
  ...h issues, including [[burns]], [[sepsis]], [[cancer]], [[HIV/AIDS]], and [[hyperthyroidism]]. === Symptoms ===
  1 KB (159 words) - 01:36, 8 February 2024
• Thyrotoxicosis factitia
  ...d by an overactive thyroid gland due to the ingestion of excessive amounts of thyroid hormone. ...gland's shield-like shape, "toxicos" (poison), indicating the toxic effect of excessive thyroid hormone, and the Latin "factitia" (artificial), referring
  2 KB (265 words) - 15:13, 11 February 2024
• Grave
  ...after Sir Robert Graves, an Irish doctor who first described this form of hyperthyroidism about 150 years ago. The term "Grave's Disease" comes from the Latin "gravi ...n 1835. The term "Grave's Disease" is derived from his last name, which is of Germanic origin and means "guardian".
  2 KB (234 words) - 04:26, 4 February 2024
• Thyrotoxic periodic paralysis
  ...wer than normal level of potassium in the blood. It is a complication of [[hyperthyroidism]], a condition in which the thyroid gland produces too much thyroid hormone ...and "paralysis" from the Greek "παράλυσις" (paralysis), meaning disabling of the nerves.
  2 KB (277 words) - 04:12, 12 February 2024
• Graves disease
  The term "Graves' Disease" is derived from the name of the Irish doctor, Sir Robert Graves, who first described this condition in ...of the thyroid gland ([[hyperthyroidism]]). It is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism, a condition where the thyroid gland produces excessive hormones.
  2 KB (245 words) - 04:34, 9 February 2024
• Subacute thyroiditis
  ...cutus'' meaning "somewhat acute", and ''thyroiditis'' meaning inflammation of the thyroid gland. === Symptoms ===
  2 KB (201 words) - 19:43, 7 February 2024
• Methimazole
  ...yroid gland]] produces too much [[thyroid hormone]]. It belongs to a class of drugs known as [[antithyroid agents]]. ...n many [[antifungal]] and [[antibacterial]] drugs, indicating the presence of an azole ring in their chemical structure.
  2 KB (205 words) - 17:38, 6 February 2024
• Palpation thyroiditis
  ...'''traumatic thyroiditis''', is a condition characterized by inflammation of the [[thyroid gland]] due to physical manipulation or trauma. ...meaning "to touch" and the Greek word "thyreoiditis" meaning "inflammation of the thyroid gland".
  2 KB (209 words) - 06:11, 11 February 2024
• Heat intolerance
  Heat intolerance can be caused by a variety of factors, including: * [[Hyperthyroidism]]: This is a condition where the thyroid gland produces too much thyroid ho
  2 KB (211 words) - 01:39, 13 February 2024
• Graves
  The term "Graves' Disease" is derived from the name of the Irish doctor, Sir Robert Graves. The alternative name, "Basedow's disea ...of the thyroid gland ([[hyperthyroidism]]). It is the most common cause of hyperthyroidism, a condition where the thyroid gland produces excessive hormones.
  2 KB (262 words) - 16:21, 4 February 2024
• Hyperpituitarism
  ...i-tar-ism) is a medical condition characterized by the excessive secretion of [[pituitary hormones]] by the [[pituitary gland]]. ...tain [[genetic disorders]], [[hypothalamic disease]], and excessive intake of certain medications.
  2 KB (195 words) - 01:22, 8 February 2024
• Struma ovarii
  ...ch in this context refers to the swelling of the ovary due to the presence of thyroid tissue. ...ering more than 50% of the overall histology. It accounts for less than 1% of all ovarian tumors.
  2 KB (259 words) - 23:18, 8 February 2024
• Thyroid disease in pregnancy
  ...The term "disease" originates from the Old French "desaise", meaning "lack of ease". The term "pregnancy" comes from the Latin "praegnantem", meaning "wi ...thyroid gland that occur during pregnancy. These conditions can include [[hyperthyroidism]], [[hypothyroidism]], and [[thyroid nodules]].
  2 KB (210 words) - 19:41, 12 February 2024

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