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What are thyroids?
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Thyroid: Your thyroid is a gland on the front part of your neck that looks like a "honda" car emblem. It secretes thyroid hormone which is important for you metabolism.
Answered 5/27/2017
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Thyroid gland: The thyroid is a endocrine gland that makes thyroid hormone. This hormone in children is necessary for growth and developing. In adults, it regulates metabolism. Low thyroid levels cause fatigue, weight gain, constipation and irregular menses. Too much thyroid hormone cause weight loss and palpitations. Thyroid nodules are cancer in about 5% of the time
Answered 10/24/2018
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Thyroid : Thyroid are glands in neck . They secrete hormones . These hormones are important for metabolism .
Answered 11/28/2017
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