Why Thyroid

Hashimoto’s Disease

Last updated: January 10, 2024

Hashimoto’s Disease is an autoimmune disorder in which the immune system mistakenly attacks the thyroid gland. This can lead to hypothyroidism, a condition in which thyroid does not make enough hormones for body’s need. Hashimoto is the most common cause of hypothyroidism (an underactive thyroid).

Generally immune system protects body against bacteria and viruses. But in Hashimoto’s Disease, immune system make antibodies, which attacks the cells of thyroid gland. Doctors do not know why this happens, but some scientists believe genetic factors may be involved. The disease affects more women than men.

Thyroid Nodules

Last updated: January 10, 2024

The term thyroid nodules refers to an abnormal growth of thyroid cells that forms a lump within the thyroid gland. It can be solid or filled with fluid. You can have a single nodule or a cluster of nodules in thyroid gland. Most thyroid nodules aren’t serious and don’t cause symptoms. Only a small percentage of thyroid nodules are cancerous.

A thyroid nodule can occur in any part of the gland. Some nodules can be felt quite easily. Others can be hidden deep in the thyroid tissue or located very low in the gland, where they are difficult to feel. You often won’t know you have a thyroid nodule until your doctor discovers it during a routine medical exam.

Thyroid Cancer

Last updated: January 10, 2024

Thyroid cancer is a disease in which malignant (cancer) cells form in the tissues of the thyroid gland. The malignant cells begin multiplying in your thyroid and, once there are enough of them, they form a tumor. It can occur in any age group, although it is most common after age 30. Females are more likely to have thyroid cancer. If it’s caught early, then thyroid cancer is one of the most treatable forms of cancer.

What is T3 and T4

Last updated: January 10, 2024

The thyroid gland produce two major hormones called Triiodothyronine (T3) and Thyroxine (T4). The thyroid gland takes iodine, found in our diet, combines it with an amino acid (Tyrosine) and converts it into T3 and T4.

T3 – Triiodothyronine: Containing three iodine atoms.
T4 – Thyroxine: Containing four iodine atoms

Pituitary Gland

Last updated: January 10, 2024

Your Pituitary gland is the main endocrine (hormone producing) gland that sits just beneath the base of the brain. It is very small in size (only about the size of a pea).

It produces hormones that controls the function of many other hormone glands in your body (especially the thyroid, adrenals, ovaries and testicles). Therefore, the pituitary gland is often called the master gland of the endocrine system.