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What to Know About Thyroid Removal Surgery
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Gerald Morris Your Health

What to Know About Thyroid Removal Surgery

Like any part of your body, things can go wrong with the thyroid. It can produce too much thyroid hormone that has varying symptoms including fatigue and anxiety, and in some cases it may have to come out altogether. Here’s what you should know about why a thyroid gland would be removed, and what to expect. 

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What Every Woman Should Know About Her Thyroid
Medically Reviewed by Patty Weasler, RN Women

What Every Woman Should Know About Her Thyroid

From the front of your throat, the thyroid plays a role in producing many of the hormones which directly impact how our body functions. For these reasons, a dysfunctional thyroid can present an individual with serious health issues, so it’s worth having a full understanding of the thyroid and all it’s capable of.

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Graves’ Disease: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments
Medically Reviewed by Patty Weasler, RN Your Health

Graves’ Disease: Symptoms, Causes, and Treatments

Graves’ disease can affect anyone, but it’s more common among women, particularly those under 40. While it can cause a wide array of uncomfortable symptoms that can impact your overall wellbeing, thankfully, it’s a treatable condition. Here are 13 things you should know about this disease and how it affects patients…

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Heart Palpitations: 15 Common Reasons for Your Abnormal Heartbeat
Medically Reviewed by Dr. Gerald Morris Your Health

Heart Palpitations: 15 Common Reasons for Your Abnormal Heartbeat

Heart palpitations can be frightening. Most often they’re stress-related and not at all harmful. However, caffeine, nicotine, and hormones can all cause the heart to beat faster than normal, as can an underlying health condition, so it’s wise to seek medical attention if palpitations persist.

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