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Why are women more susceptible to thyroid disease than men?
Thyroid disease is any benign or malignant condition that affects the structure and function of the thyroid gland. Women are 7 times more likely to have hyperthyroidism and 8 times more likely to have hypothyroidism than men.
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Learn about hyperparathyroidism
Hyperparathyroidism is a disease caused by the parathyroid glands in the body being overactive and causing high levels of calcium in the blood. If hyperparathyroidism is not treated promptly, it can lead to diseases such as: osteoporosis, high blood pressure, pancreatitis or stomach ulcers, kidney stones.
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What is the role of the parathyroid gland in the endocrine system?
The parathyroid glands are a set of four small glands located behind the thyroid gland. They are important for bone health. These glands control the body's calcium and phosphorus levels. Hyperparathyroidism and hypoparathyroidism are characterized by changes in blood calcium levels and bone metabolism. They are conditions of excess or deficiency of parathyroid function.
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Thyroid disease - What do you know?
The thyroid gland is responsible for producing and regulating hormones in the body and plays an important role in regulating the activities of some important organs such as: cardiovascular, nervous, digestive.... Through many studies, thyroid disease occurs in about 30% of people between the ages of 18 and 65, women are more affected than men with an incidence rate of 5 women/1 man.
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