The thyroid gland is one of the most important glands in the body, and its job is to adjust a body’s overall metabolism. It is shaped like a butterfly and is located in your neck above your collar bone. It is categorized as an endocrine gland.
Millions of people in the U.S. have thyroid diseases. Most of them are women. People with thyroid diseases experience issues with how their body uses energy, and usually the speed of energy consumption is affected. As a result, a patient can gain weight and feel more tired than usual or may lose weight and feel more jittery and energetic. If the amount of hormones that is generated by the thyroid is more than the normal amount, it is called hyperthyroidism; on the other hand, if the amount of hormones that is generated is less than the normal amount, it is called hypothyroidism.
There are hundreds of different conditions that could result in hypo or hyperthyroidism.
The main hormones that the thyroid produces are Thyroxine (T4) and Triodonthyronine (T3), T3 being the most active form. The rate of hormone production in the thyroid is controlled by the pituitary gland in the brain. Therefore, some thyroid diseases root from issues with the pituitary gland.
There are numerous thyroid diseases that are best diagnosed by an experienced physician. If you live in or around Sterling Heights, call us today to schedule your appointment.
If you live in or around Sterling Heights, call our offices to schedule an appointment with one of our health care professionals today. We’d be more than happy to answer any questions that you may have and look forward to serving you as your health care professional providers.
