Thyroid disorders have become increasingly prevalent, yet they remain among the most frequently misdiagnosed medical conditions due to their nonspecific symptoms. The thyroid gland, which influences ...

Earlier this fall, Medscape Medical News spoke to endocrinologists Angela M. Leung, MD, and Karen Tsai, MD, on how to interpret abnormal results of thyroid hormone tests. To address some additional ...

The thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located at the front of the neck just below the Adam’s apple. It releases hormones into the bloodstream that play a vital role in the body’s energy regulation.