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What is the condition called when the thyroid gland does not make enough thyroid hormone?
What is the condition called when the thyroid gland does not make enough thyroid hormone?
In what condition would a person experience symptoms like weight gain, slow pulse, and increased need for sleep?
In what condition would a person experience symptoms like weight gain, slow pulse, and increased need for sleep?
What is the function of iodized salt in modern-day America related to goiters?
What is the function of iodized salt in modern-day America related to goiters?
Which term describes a condition in which the thyroid gland produces an excessive amount of thyroid hormone?
Which term describes a condition in which the thyroid gland produces an excessive amount of thyroid hormone?
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What autoimmune disorder leads to hyperthyroidism and can result in a bulging of the eyeballs?
What autoimmune disorder leads to hyperthyroidism and can result in a bulging of the eyeballs?
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What is the primary function of the thyroid gland?
What is the primary function of the thyroid gland?
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What can happen if the thyroid gland produces too many hormones?
What can happen if the thyroid gland produces too many hormones?
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What is a goiter?
What is a goiter?
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What is the significance of iodine in the production of thyroid hormones?
What is the significance of iodine in the production of thyroid hormones?
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Where is the thyroid gland located in the human body?
Where is the thyroid gland located in the human body?
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