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GlossaryThyroidectomy

surgical removal of the thyroid gland

A thyroidectomy is a surgical procedure that involves the removal of all or part of the thyroid gland, which is located in the neck and produces hormones that regulate metabolism. This surgery is often performed to treat conditions such as thyroid cancer, hyperthyroidism, or large goiters that cause symptoms.

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research Thyroid And Gonadal Regulation Of Hair Growth During The Seasonal Molt In The Male European Badger, Meles Meles L

29 citations , February 1987 in “General and comparative endocrinology”

Thyroid and gonadal hormones control seasonal hair growth and molting in male European badgers.

research Voice Changes in Reproductive Disorders, Thyroid Disorders, and Diabetes: A Review

February 2022 in “Endocrine connections”

People with reproductive, thyroid disorders, and type 2 diabetes can experience voice changes, but more research is needed to understand this better.

research Androgenetic Alopecia and Thyroid Cancer: Coincidence or More?

January 2022 in “Clinical Cases in Dermatology”

The document suggests a possible link between hair loss and thyroid cancer, but doesn't provide definite proof.

research Hashimoto Thyroiditis - A Comprehensive Review

August 2023 in “Physician's journal of medicine”

Hashimoto thyroiditis is an autoimmune disease that can lead to an underactive thyroid and is treated with medication and sometimes diet changes or surgery.

research A Case of Feline Paraneoplastic Alopecia with Secondary Malassezia-Associated Dermatitis

57 citations , August 1998 in “The journal of small animal practice/Journal of small animal practice”

Malassezia-associated dermatitis can cause itching in cats with feline paraneoplastic alopecia.

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community Dht bloodwork results. Currently on topical fin for 4 months.

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JeremySoCa's DHT level was 29 ng/dl, considered low, and Estradiol was 26.1 pg/dl within the normal range. They are using topical finasteride for hair loss and had a thyroidectomy due to Graves' disease.