The effects of thyroid homones on the skeleton

The effects of thyroid homones on the skeleton

Endocrinology is such a large subject that we are constantly refining our understanding of it.   So this post highlights research done by my esteemed colleague Graham Williams MB BS Ph.D just after he presents to the American Thyroid Association in Colorado....
About Graves Orbitopathy

About Graves Orbitopathy

It is common for the onset of thyroid eye disease – referred to as Graves Orbitopathy (or GO) – to occur within 18 months of the onset of hyperthyroidism due to Graves’ disease.   In about 20% of cases it precedes the condition and in about 40% it follows...
How thyroid disease differs in children

How thyroid disease differs in children

Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) If hypothyroidism develops after the age of 3 (when most thyroid-dependent brain development is complete) the symptoms are insidious and may be difficult to pick up. These include:       A slow heart rate Tiredness...
What is a thyroid storm?

What is a thyroid storm?

Also known as a thyroid or thyrotoxic crisis, a thyroid storm is a rare but life threatening condition which is associated with hyperthyroidism that is left untreated or undertreated.   Typically there’s an exaggeration of the body’s usual response seen in...