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Hypothyroidism is any state in which thyroid hormone production is below normal. Normally, the rate of thyroid hormone production is controlled by the brain at the pituitary. Hypothyroidism is a very common condition and the symptoms of hypothyroidism are often subtle.

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Terms related to Hypothyroidism:

  • Goiter
  • Hypothalamic Disease
  • Low Thyroid Hormone
  • Lymphocytic Thyroiditis
  • Pituitary Injury
  • Subclinical Hypothyroidism
  • Thyroid Hormone Low
  • Underactive Thyroid