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| good, normal a state in which the thyroid gland functions normally, producing the right levels of thyroid hormones necessary for metabolism and growth |
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Above, excessive, a condition in which the thyroid gland produces excessive thyroid hormones, leading to symptoms such as rapid heartbeat, weight loss, and nervousness |
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below under, deficient, a condition characterized by abnormally low blood sugar levels, often causing symptoms such as dizziness, shakiness, and confusion |
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Rapid, sharp, acid: a hormone released by the pituitary gland that stimulates uterine contractions during childbirth and the release of milk during breastfeeding |
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All: a condition in which the pituitary gland fails to produce or secrete all of its hormones, leading to a wide range of endocrine dysfunctions |
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| Around, besides, beyond, abnormal small glands located beside the thyroid gland, responsible for regulating calcium levels in the blood and bone metabolism |
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| many or much: excessive urination, a common symptom of diabetes mellitus due to high blood sugar levels affecting kidney function |
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joined together: hormones that work together to amplify the effects, such as insulin and growth hormone, in promoting cell growth |
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joined together: hormones that work together to amplify the effects, such as insulin and growth hormone, in promoting cell growth |
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A condition involving four congenital heart defects that may indirectly affect endocrine function due to oxygenation issues |
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| Three. A thyroid hormone that contains three iodine atoms and plays a critical role in regulating metabolism and energy levels |
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