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How Common is Thyroid Cancer? Neck Lumps and Thyroid Nodules
Thyroid cancer is a cancer that starts in the thyroid gland, a small butterfly-shaped gland located in the middle of the neck below the Adam’s apple. Thyroid cancer is relatively common, with 62,980 new cases reported in the United States in 2014.
How Much Do You Know About Prediabetes? Take the 2-Minute Quiz
Prediabetes, or elevated blood sugar, puts you at high risk of developing type 2 diabetes, See how much you know about prediabetes by taking this 2minute quiz,
6 Thyroid Medication Mistakes You Don't Want to Make
Thyroids meds not working? These 6 common medication mistakes can really mess with your thyroid medication.
Advances in Diabetes Technology: Will It Change Your Life?

New devices promise to make managing diabetes much better.  but you should discuss with your health provider which devices and apps are best for you.

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Patient Guides

Diabetes Guide for Older People
The risk for diabetes increases with age, making diabetes common in older adults. In fact, approximately 25% of adults over the age of 60 years have diabetes. Learn how you can live better.
Patient Guide to Diabetic Neuropathy
Several types of neuropathy (nerve damage) are caused by diabetes. Learn about these diabetic neuropathies: peripheral, autonomic, proximal, and focal neuropathies. Explains what nerves are affected in each type of diabetic neuropathy.
Patient Guide to Treating High Cholesterol and Diabetes
Diabetic hyperlipidemia sounds a bit intimidating, doesn’t it? As we always do here on EndocrineWeb, we’re going to break down that concept for you, and that’s why we’ve put together this Patient Guide to Treating High Cholesterol and Diabetes.
Patient Guide to Insulin
The purpose of the Patient Guide to Insulin is to educate patients, parents, and caregivers about insulin treatment of diabetes. By reviewing this information, you’re taking an important step to learn about diabetes and how insulin controls the disease to help you live a healthier life.
Patient Guide to Osteoporosis Prevention
If you are like many people, you may think that osteoporosis—a condition marked by low bone mineral density, which leads to lowered bone strength and a heightened risk of fractures—is something you will not have to worry about until later in life.
Patient Guide to Easy Diabetic Recipes
Need some new ideas for what to eat? We've put together 5 delicious—and diabetes-friendly—recipes. Breakfast, lunch, dinner—even an afternoon snack and a yummy dessert. This Patients' Guide will help you eat well all day long with our easy diabetic recipes.
Thyroid Cancer Guide
A neck lump or nodule is the most common symptom of thyroid cancer. You may feel a lump, notice one side of your neck appears to be different, or your doctor may find it during a routine examination. If the tumor is large, it may cause neck or facial pain, shortness of breath, difficulty swallowing, cough unrelated to a cold, hoarseness or voice change.
Patient Guide to Managing Your Child's Type 1 Diabetes
This Patient Guide is designed especially for parents of children with type 1 diabetes. Here, you'll learn about some of the most important aspects of managing your child's condition.
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