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Thyrotoxic Periodic Paralysis - http://www.nlm.nih.gov/medlineplus/ency/article/000319.htm
Syndrome characterized by intermittent episodes of muscle weakness that occurs in people with high levels of thyroid hormone. Presents symptoms, tests, treatment, and prognosis. |
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Thyroid and Weight - http://www.thyroid.org/patients/brochures/Thyroid_and_Weight.pdf
Patient brochure on basal metabolic rate in both types of gland disorders. |
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The Effects of Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism on Menstruation - http://www.thyroid-info.com/articles/menstruation.htm
Describes different types of problems associated with gland disorders. |
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Report assesses health implications of perchlorate ingestion - http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2005-01/tna-rah012505.php
Discusses a chemical that in high doses can decrease thyroid function in humans and that is present in many public drinking-water supplies. |
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Women with thyroid problem have lower risk of breast cancer - http://www.eurekalert.org/pub_releases/2005-02/jws-wwt020905.php
According to a new study, women suffering from hypothyroidism are less likely to develop breast cancer than women with normal thyroid function. |