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Updated on: Wednesday, February 22nd, 2012

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Risk Factors for Osteoporosis
Osteoporosis has many risk factors. Some are unavoidable—such as age or a family history of the disease. But there are some risk factors that you do have control over, including eating a nutrient-rich diet and being active.
Symptoms of Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis
It’s possible to have Hashimoto’s thyroiditis (inflammation of the thyroid gland) for years without experiencing a single symptom. But there are hallmark signs and symptoms of this common disorder, and you can learn about them in this article.
How to Eat Well when You Have Graves’ Disease
There’s no such thing as a Graves’ disease diet, but eating certain foods can help ease Graves’ disease symptoms. Find out what foods you should be—and shouldn’t be—filling your plate with to live well with Graves’ disease.
Growth Hormone Deficiency Symptoms
Growth hormone deficiency symptoms can vary, depending on your age. Some people are born with growth hormone deficiency, while others develop it as an adult. Learn about the symptoms of growth hormone deficiency and find out how to recognize it.
Treatments for Hyperthyroidism
There are a number of hyperthyroidism treatments available. This article offers brief explanations on the most common treatments: anti-thyroid medications, radioactive iodine, and surgery. Beta blockers, lesser-used medications, are also described.
Thyroid Cancer Symptoms
Thyroid cancer may not cause any symptoms at all, but there are possible thyroid cancer symptoms: neck pain, difficulty swallowing, a lump on the neck. Read more about thyroid cancer symptoms.
Thyroid Cancer Overview
Thyroid cancer is the most common endocrine-related cancer, but it’s also one of the most treatable cancers. Learn the basics of thyroid cancer, including what you need to know about the most common thyroid cancer treatments.
Thyroid Goiter Basics
A slideshow that covers thyroid goiter—an enlargement of the thyroid gland. Some goiters can become so large that you can easily see them when you turn to the side. But are they typically benign? And who gets goiters, and how do you treat them?
Type 1 Diabetes and Exercise
Exercise is a vital part of controlling and treating type 1 diabetes. Staying fit and active helps you avoid long-term complications of diabetes. Learn what exercises you should do and how to develop a good exercise plan for you.
5 Foods that May Help Ease Hyperthyroidism Symptoms
Although a healthy diet can’t cure or prevent hyperthyroidism, eating healthy foods may help ease hyperthyroidism symptoms. But what foods should you eat? This slideshow shows you 5 foods to eat for hyperthyroidism.
Radioactive Iodine for Hyperthyroidism
Radioactive iodine treats hyperthyroidism by gradually shrinking the thyroid—ultimately destroying the gland. This therapy is the most common hyperthyroid treatment in the US. Article includes side effects and special instructions for patients.
Radioactive Iodine for Papillary Thyroid Cancer
If you have large tumors, or if your papillary thyroid cancer has spread to the lymph nodes or other parts of your body, then you will need radioactive iodine treatment after thyroid surgery. Read this article to learn more about this therapy.