Thyroid GlandThyroid GlandMykayla Giles

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Releases T3 and T4 which stimulate protein production and increase the use of oxygen and produce and regulate adrenaline, ephinephrine, and dopamine◦ Important because it helps facilitate muscle growth and

repair and prevent muscle fatigue◦ Without the gland the body would not be able to break

down proteins or process carbohydrates and vitamins Also releases calcitonin which works with the

parathyroid to regulate calcium levels in the body◦ Important for bone health

What Hormones?What Hormones?

The Thyroid Gland has a negative feedback system that is attached to the Hypothalamus and the Anterior Pituitary Gland.

The Anterior Pituitary Gland releases TSH to regulate T3 and T4 along with TRH which is released by the Hypothalamus

Calcitonin is regulated by PTH which is released by the Parathyroid Gland

Feedback Mechanisms and Feedback Mechanisms and Antagonistic HormonesAntagonistic Hormones

Hyperthyroidism is when your thyroid gland makes more thyroid hormones than your body needs.

Hypothyroidism is when your thyroid gland does not make enough thyroid hormone.

Thyroiditis is the swelling of the thyroid. Thyroid nodules is the formation of lumps in

the thyroid gland.

Diseases of the ThyroidDiseases of the Thyroid

Hyperthyroidism can be treated with surgery, beta blockers, radioactive iodine, and anti-thyroid medications.

Hypothyroidism can be treated by taking synthetic T4.

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Cures for Thyroid Gland Cures for Thyroid Gland DiseasesDiseases

http://umm.edu/programs/diabetes/health/endocrinology-health-guide/thyroid-gland

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thyroid http://www.healthline.com/human-body-

maps/thyroid-gland

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