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Understanding Thyroid Function and Disorders by reavaldyakamichi is a document available to read on EtoBox.
The thyroid gland secretes thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3) hormones which are regulated by thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) from the pituitary gland. TSH is stimulated by thyrotropin-releasing hormone from the hypothalamus. Circulating thyroid hormones provide negative feedback to inhibit further TSH production. Drug treatments can effectively correct underactive or overactive thyroid function. Hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism are common thyroid disorders that can be caused by autoimmune destruc
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