Topic Overview

Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism happens when your thyroid gland does not make enough thyroid hormone to meet your body's needs. Hypothyroidism is more common in women.

Chronic DiseaseEndocrine

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Definition

Hypothyroidism happens when your thyroid gland does not make enough thyroid hormone to meet your body's needs. Hypothyroidism is more common in women.

Concept record

Canonical title: Hypothyroidism
Alphabetical key: H
Category: Chronic Disease
Content type: Topic Overview
Other names, clinical names and abbreviations: Underactive thyroid
Article status: Medical Encyclopedia Index Entry — full article under review.

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