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About levothyroxine

About levothyroxine

Learn more about levothyroxine as a treatment for hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) Read more

Published: 22nd April, 2024

Updated: 21st July, 2025

Author: Anna Woollven

About liothyronine

About liothyronine

Learn about liothyronine as a treatment for hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) Read more

Published: 21st April, 2024

Updated: 13th August, 2025

Author: Anna Woollven

About antithyroid drug treatments

About antithyroid drug treatments

Learn more about antithyroid drugs to treat hyperthyroidism Read more

Published: 20th April, 2024

Updated: 24th June, 2024

Author: Anna Woollven

Radioactive iodine (RAI) treatment

Radioactive iodine (RAI) treatment

Learn more radioactive iodine (RAI) treatment for an overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism) Read more

Published: 27th March, 2024

Updated: 24th June, 2024

Author: Anna Woollven

About thyroid surgery

About thyroid surgery

Learn more about when thyroid surgery might be offered, what it involves and possible complications Read more

Published: 21st March, 2024

Updated: 24th March, 2025

Author: Anna Woollven

Treatments for thyroid eye disease

Treatments for thyroid eye disease

Learn more about how TED is treated Read more

Published: 20th March, 2024

Updated: 24th June, 2024

Author: Anna Woollven

Less invasive treatment options for benign thyroid nodules

Less invasive treatment options for benign thyroid nodules

Find out more about ethanol ablation, radiofrequency ablation (RFA) and microwave ablation as alternative treatments for benign thyroid nodules Read more

Published: 17th January, 2022

Updated: 28th May, 2026

Author: Anna Woollven

Targeted treatment for advanced thyroid cancer FAQs

Targeted treatment for advanced thyroid cancer FAQs

Information about targeted drugs - tyrosine kinase inhibitors (TKIs) or multikinase inhibitors (MKIs) - used for the treatment of patients with advanced thyroid cancer. Read more

Published: 17th September, 2019

Updated: 21st July, 2025

Author: julia Priestley

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    Trial for heart failure patients with low T3 levels

    A new clinical trial will open later in 2026 to investigate giving T3 treatment to people with heart failure and low T3 levels

  • Harry's fundraising page

    Harry's fundraising page

    Our son was diagnosed with congenital hypothyroidism when he was 11 days old. This is our way to show support and bring awareness to the condition that he will have to deal with his entire life.

  • International Membership

    International Membership

    Overseas membership

  • Jannette's story - hypothyroidism

    Jannette's story - hypothyroidism

    Jannette's hypothyroidism went under the radar until she became extremely unwell. She's sharing her story to encourage others to go back to their GP if their symptoms are being dismissed.

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    Thyroid antibodies explained

    Learn more about thyroid antibodies and what their presence indicates

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    Diets and supplements for thyroid disorders

    Are there certain foods or supplements that affect thyroid health?

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    Thyroid function tests

    Learn about how thyroid testing is used to diagnose and manage thyroid disorders

  • Hair loss and thyroid disorders

    Hair loss and thyroid disorders

    Read about hair loss, hormones and thyroid disease

  • Hypothyroidism

    Hypothyroidism

    Read about symptoms of an underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism) and how this thyroid disorder is diagnosed and managed

  • Psychological symptoms and thyroid disorders

    Psychological symptoms and thyroid disorders

    Read how psychological symptoms can accompany thyroid disorders and possible treatment and management options

  • Your thyroid gland

    Your thyroid gland

    What role does the thyroid gland have in our bodies? Watch our short film to find out more

  • Pregnancy and fertility in thyroid disorders

    Pregnancy and fertility in thyroid disorders

    Read how thyroid disease can affect conception and pregnancy and its management

  • Coping with fatigue

    Coping with fatigue

    Fatigue often comes hand in hand with a thyroid disorder. Read our tips on coping with fatigue

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    Thyroid and weight - the science

    What is the connection between thyroid disorders and weight management?

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