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Thyroid medicines

Thyroid medicines treat thyroid disorders, including hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. Read about how they work and their potential side effects.

Graves' disease

Graves' disease is an autoimmune disease causing hyperthyroidism, with symptoms like anxiety, tremors, a racing heart, goitre and bulging eyes.

Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) is when the thyroid gland doesn't make enough thyroid hormone. Read about symptoms, diagnosis and treatment.

Thyroid problems

If your thyroid gland becomes overactive (hyperthyroidism) or underactive (hypothyroidism), you may experience a range of health problems.

Hyperthyroidism

Hyperthyroidism (thyrotoxicosis) is when the thyroid gland is overactive and produces too much thyroid hormone. Learn about symptoms and treatment.

Goitre

Goitre is a swelling of your thyroid gland at the base of your neck. Find out more about the causes, symptoms and treatments for goitre.

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