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| Around, beside, beyond, abnormal |
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| A state in which the thyroid gland functions normally |
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| A condition in which the thyroid gland produces excessive thyroid hormones |
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| A condition characterized by abnormally low blood sugar levels, often causing symptoms such as dizzines, shakiness, and confusion |
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| A hormone released by the pituitary gland that stimulates uterine contractions during childbirth and the release of milk during breastfeeding |
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| A condition in which the pituitary gland fails to produce or secretes all of its hormones leading to a wide range of endocrine dysfunctions |
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| Excessive urination, a common symptom of diabetes mellitus due to high blood sugar levels affecting kidney function |
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| Hormones that work together to amplify their 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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| A thyroid hormone that contains three iodine atoms and plays a critical role in regulating metabolism and energy levels |
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| Small glands located beside the thyroid gland, responsible for regulating calcium levels in the blood and bone metabolism |
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| specialist who studies and treats |
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| Condition of, formation, development, growth |
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| A group of symptoms or signs that occur together, such as Cushing's syndrome which results from excessive cortisol productions by the adrenal glands |
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| Surgical removal of the thyroid gland |
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| High levels of glucose in the blood |
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| A state of unattractive thyroid function, resulting in reduced production of thyroid hormones and symptoms like fatigue, weight gain and cold intolerance |
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| Inflammation of the thyroid gland |
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| A medical specialist who studies and treats disorders of the endocrine system |
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| A medical specialist who studies and treats disorders of the endocrine system |
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| The study of the endocrine system |
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| Abnormal enlargement of extremities caused by excessive growth hormone secretion from the pituitary gland in adulthood |
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| Resembling the adrenal glands in shape or function |
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| A tumor of the pancreas that produces excessive amounts of insulin |
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