Hyperparathyroidism: causes, symptoms, and treatment
Hyperparathyroidism is a condition of the parathyroid glands which causes excess calcium to be present in the blood. Dr Mark Vanderpump, expert endocrinologist specialising in thyroid problems, discusses the condition in this Q & A session with Top Doctors.
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A simple goitre is an enlargement of the thyroid usually related to an immunological problem. Often asymptomatic, sometimes treatment is needed. Find out more in this informative guide.
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Bone pain, breast tenderness, and migraine: signs that can indicate the menopause
In the months and years leading up to the menopause, some symptoms may start to display, giving indication change is on the way. Dr Taher Mahmud talks about the menopause, and how it can affect our bones and joints.
PCOS explained: who is affected by polycystic ovary syndrome?
Polycystic ovary syndrome can cause cysts to grow on the ovaries, which lead to an imbalance in hormones, affecting patients in different ways. Dr Gordana Prelevic, leading endocrinologist and specialist in PCOS, explains more about the condition.
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Endocrinology, diabetes & metabolism
Around 1 in 16 people in the UK have diabetes, but what does this mean? In this article we take a look at the symptoms of diabetes, and how it can be treated.
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Hypothyroidism: how an underactive thyroid can cause problems throughout your body
Hypothyroidism can have many symptoms that develop slowly over years, and so can go unnoticed. Here we explain some of the most common symptoms and how the conditions is diagnosed and treated.
Thyroid conditions during pregnancy
Dr Vanderpump talks about the role a woman's thyroid plays during pregnancy and the effects of thyroid conditions on the mother's and the foetus'. He also talks through how these problems are treated.
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We take a look at the symptoms and causes of hyperthyroidism, and how it is treated.
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