Thyroidectomy

Like any part of your body, things can go wrong with the thyroid. It can produce too much thyroid hormone that has varying symptoms including fatigue and anxiety, and in some cases it may have to come out altogether. Here’s what you should know about why a thyroid gland would be removed, and what to expect. 

From the front of your throat, the thyroid plays a role in producing many of the hormones which directly impact how our body functions. For these reasons, a dysfunctional thyroid can present an individual with serious health issues, so it’s worth having a full understanding of the thyroid and all it’s capable of.