The thyroid (from the Greek word for "shield", after its shape) is one of the larger endocrine glands in the body. It is a double-lobed structure located in the neck and produces hormones, principally thyroxine (T4) and [MORE] Cancer@ (19) Childhood (9) Complications (64) Diagnostic Tests (9) Goiter (4) Hyperthyroid (41) Hypothyroid (8) Nodules (7) Organizations (17) Pregnancy (12) Seniors (7) Support Groups (12) Thyroiditis (12) Treatment (25) Wilson's Syndrome (2) 1. Health Central - Thyroid Disorders - Illustrations, definitions, causes, risk factors, symptoms, tests, and treatment. 2. iThyroid.com - A patient led site that focuses on nutrition for optimal thyroid health. 3. MedicineNet - Thyroid Overview - Find a number of articles on gland conditions and diseases. Including medications, doctor's views, and responses. 4. MyThyroid.com - Patient-centered resource by a physician from Toronto. Discusses the various diseases and their related complications. 5. The Merck Manual - Thyroid Disorders - Covers the synthesis and release of hormones, the effects, and laboratory testing of thyroid function. 6. Thyroid Disease Manager - Features a complete analysis of thyrotoxicosis, hypothyroidism, thyroiditis, nodules, cancer, and aspects of physiology. 7. Thyroid Support Center - Presents physician articles, medical studies, symptoms, dangers, and treatment of gland disorders. Includes a chat forum and blog. 8. Thyrolink - International based site from Merck KGaA for specialists and patients. Features slide shows and general information to the public. Available in various languages. 9. eMedicine Health - Thyroid Problems NEW! - Consumer health information. Lists the causes, symptoms, tests, and treatment of thyroid illness. 10. The Hormone Foundation: Thyroid Disorders NEW! - Contains an overview on hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, thyroid nodules, lifestyle issues, and prevention. 11. The Thyroid Blog - Dr Richard Guttler provides a daily diary based on his web consultations and rounds at the Santa Monica Thyroid Diagnostic Center. Features text and audio posts. 12. Thyroid and Parathyroid Glands - Presents the chemistry, synthesis, and secretion of thyroid hormones. Covers hamburger thyrotoxicosis, pregnancy, fetal development, and sodium-iodide. 13. Thyroid Disease - Pathology lecture notes and pictures of goiter, including cancer. 14. Thyroid Research NEW! - Contains past and present articles for historians, patients, and physicians. Includes studies on associated conditions.

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