anatomy
where is the thyroid gland located?
Ya neck
what is the difference between hyper and hypo?
hyper: overactive hypo: underactive
how do you spell thyroid?
T-H-I-G-H R-O-I-D
what shape is the thyroid gland?
a butterfly
name two symptoms of hyperthyroidism
weight loss, increased appetite, hair thinning, exhaustion, irregular menstrual cycle
what is grave's disease?
an autoimmune disorder that causes hyperthyroidism
what do the thyroid hormones control?
metabolism, energy, hair, skin, and nails
name two symptoms of hypothyroidism
depression, exhaustion, temperature regulation issues, weight gain, dry skin, constipation, irregular menstrual cycle
what is hashimoto's disease?
an autoimmune disorder that causes hypothyroidism
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which thyroid hormone is active?
T3 is active, T4 gets activated and turns into T3
can the thyroid change size?
yes! it varies is size from person to person and can change size during pregnancy due to hormonal changes
what are the two different thyroid hormones?
T3 and T4
what element makes up a significant part of T3 and T4?
iodine
what is a common side effect of thyroid conditions?
goiters and tremors in the hands