(NEW YORK) — September is Thyroid Cancer Awareness Month. Like many other types of cancer, if caught early, thyroid cancer can be treated. Although routine screenings for thyroid cancer aren’t common, ...

The neck's time is now The thyroid gland is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the base of the neck just below the Adam's apple. Although relatively small, the thyroid gland influences the ...

The thyroid gland, a butterfly-shaped organ in the front of your neck, produces hormones that regulate metabolism, support growth and promote brain development, among other vital functions. Dr. Kepal ...

Earlier this fall, Medscape Medical News spoke to endocrinologists Angela M. Leung, MD, and Karen Tsai, MD, on how to interpret abnormal results of thyroid hormone tests. To address some additional ...

Thyroid problems are often associated with common symptoms like fatigue, hair loss or trouble shedding stubborn pounds. But discomfort in a specific area of your neck can also be an important sign ...

The thyroid, a small, butterfly-shaped gland at the base of the front of the neck, is part of the endocrine system. Small lumps or bumps, called nodules, are often present — and may or may not be ...