Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) was discussed in column a few weeks ago. To review, the thyroid is a gland located in the front of the neck that regulates our metabolism. It produces T4 (4 iodine ...

Hypothyroidism is when the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormones, whereas hyperthyroidism is when the thyroid gland produces too much. The conditions have different symptoms and ...

What does your thyroid do? Your thyroid gland influences almost all metabolic processes in your body through the hormones it makes. Your thyroid gland is part of your endocrine system. When your ...