Treatment for Thyroid and The thyroid gland plays an important
role in regulating the body's metabolism and calcium balance.
The parathyroid glands produce a hormone that stimulates the
release of calcium by bones into the bloodstream, absorption of
calcium by the intestines, and conservation of calcium by the
kidneys. Endocrinologists diagnose and treat disorders of the
thyroid and parathyroid glands. Thyroid and parathyroid function
is measured through a number of non-invasive procedures,
including: - Laboratory tests - Ultrasound examinations -
Thyroid scans - Function stimulation tests - Bone x-rays. New
York Methodist physicians use these procedures to determine if a
patient's symptoms are caused by thyroid malfunction and the
specific nature of the problem. Among the most common thyroid
disorders are: Hyperthyroidism is excessive secretion of the
thyroid hormones. This results in overactivity of the body's
metabolism. Symptoms may include: - Hand tremors - Fast
heartbeat - High blood pressure - Weight l