Symptoms of Adrenal Gland Malfunction
The adrenal gland is extremely sensitive to stress. It regulates stress by releasing certain hormones to help the body deal with anxiety or other …
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Learn About Hypothyroidism and Thoracic Outlet Syndrome: Are They Linked?
While there is no direct link between hypothyroidism and thoracic outlet syndrome, it is still important to understand these conditions and their …
Continue ReadingWhat are the Symptoms of Parathyroid Adenoma?
The symptoms of parathyroid adenoma are caused by extremely high levels of calcium and parathyroid hormone (PTH) in the blood. The excessive PTH is …
Continue ReadingSymptoms and Treatment of Parathyroid Diseases
Diseases of the parathyroid cause overproduction or underproduction of parathyroid hormone, which can lead to severe imbalance in calcium levels. Many …
Continue ReadingPituitary Dwarfism Syndrome is Also Known as Growth Hormone Deficiency
In this medical condition, the body does not produce enough growth hormone, or produces none at all, resulting in delayed or absent physical …
Continue ReadingPrimary Hyperparathyroidism Facts
If you have been diagnosed with primary hyperparathyroidism, or think that you may have this condition it may be quite perplexing. Understanding the …
Continue ReadingPineal gland, brain tumor, melatonin, circadian rhythm
The pineal gland is one of the smallest organs in the body, but plays a large role in directing the functions of several systems in the body, …
Continue ReadingSymptoms of Malfunctions in the Pituitary Gland
The pituitary gland or hypophysis is called the ‘master gland’ because it is so important in the functions of many body organs and …
Continue ReadingMCV and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome Diagnosis Information
Chronic fatigue syndrome is a condition that causes extreme fatigue that does not improve with rest. To diagnose this condition a MCV (mean …
Continue ReadingSymptoms of Chronic Lymphocytic Thyroiditis
Chronic lymphocytic thyroiditis is also known as Hashimoto’s thyroiditis and is the most common type of thyroid disease in the United States. Chronic …
Continue ReadingRobotic Total Thymectomy: Robot Assisted Medical Procedure
A robotic total thymectomy uses the latest technology to assist surgeons in the operating room. This procedure uses a robot to assist doctors while …
Continue ReadingWhy is Parathyroidectomy Performed?
Parathyroidectomy to remove one or more parathyroid glands is carried out in cases where the glands are injured or malfunctioning.
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