Describe the various functions of the thyroid gland. Creat a data table comparing and contrasting hyper vs. hypothyroidism, including cardiovascular effects, metabolic effects, neuromuscular effects, mental/emotional effects, gastrointestinal effects,  and general somatic effects. What are the implications for the individual, family, and community as a result of this disease?

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The thyroid gland is a butterfly-shaped gland in the front of the neck. This gland serves a critical role in the regulation of metabolic processes through its production of hormones. Thyroid disorders can have anatomical and/or physiological effects, which can lead to an overactive or underactive gland. Thyroid disease can also sometimes lead to enlargement of the thyroid gland in the neck, which can cause symptoms that are directly related to the increase in size, such as difficulty swallowing and discomfort in the neck. This assignment will give you an opportunity to explore hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism, including the mechanisms of the disease, symptoms, treatments, and implications for the individual, family, and community.

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  1. Describe the various functions of the thyroid gland.
  2. Creat a data table comparing and contrasting hyper vs. hypothyroidism, including cardiovascular effects, metabolic effects, neuromuscular effects, mental/emotional effects, gastrointestinal effects,  and general somatic effects.
  3. What are the implications for the individual, family, and community as a result of this disease?
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