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By Dr Mark Vanderpump
31.10.17
Endocrinologist

Goitres: a real pain in the neck – thyroid problems in children and adolescents

Thyroid problems can affect people of all ages, including children and teenagers. Find out what causes goitres, and learn about goitre symptoms and treatment.

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By Dr Mark Vanderpump
11.10.17
Endocrinologist

Worried that your teenager has a thyroid problem? A guide to thyroid disorders in adolescents

Teenagers can have mood swings and concentration problems, but what if these were also symptoms of a thyroid disorder? Dr Vanderpump talks hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism and Grave's disease in children.

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By Dr Mark Vanderpump
08.09.17
Endocrinologist

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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By Dr Mark Vanderpump
29.06.17
Endocrinologist

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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By Dr Mark Vanderpump
31.05.17
Endocrinologist

Watching your waistline is not just about vanity, it’s about health

Consultant endocrinologist, Dr Mark Vanderpump, talks about the importance of staying in good shape and explains what prediabetes is.

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By Dr Mark Vanderpump
03.04.17
Endocrinologist

Symptoms, diagnosis and treatment of Graves’ disease

Graves' disease, characterised by over-activity of the thyroid gland, is ten times more likely to affect women than men. Dr Vanderpump, our expert endocrinologist provides an insight into the causes, symptoms and treatment.

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