What Is Thyroid Disease?

Q: What Is Thyroid Disease?

Includes hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, nodules, goiter, cancer. 20 million Americans affected; 60% undiagnosed.

Thyroid disease refers to any condition affecting the thyroid.

Types

Hypothyroidism (underactive)
Hyperthyroidism (overactive)
Nodules (90-95% benign)
Goiter (enlargement)
Cancer (5-10% of nodules)

Prevalence

20 million Americans
60% undiagnosed
Women 5-10x more likely

Diagnosis

TSH
Free T4/T3
Antibodies
Ultrasound

Source: American Thyroid Association, NLM MedlinePlus.

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