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    Thyroid and Parathyroid Disorders

    This collection features the best content from AFP, as identified by the AFP editors, on thyroid and parathyroid disorders and related issues, including hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism, and thyroiditis. New research may affect the interpretation and application of this material. Clinical judgment is advised. Note that AFP content published within the past two years is accessible to AAFP members and paid subscribers only.
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    Overview
    Mar 15, 2022 Parathyroid Disorders   Alg   DDx
    Dec 15, 2021 Thyroiditis: Evaluation and Treatment   Alg
    May 15, 2021 Hypothyroidism: Diagnosis and Treatment   Alg   DDx
    Jun 01, 2017 Subclinical Hyperthyroidism: When to Consider Treatment   Alg   PtEd   Tool
    Mar 01, 2016 Hyperthyroidism: Diagnosis and Treatment   Alg   PtEd
    Screening and Diagnosis
    Sep 01, 2020 Thyroid Nodules: Advances in Evaluation and Management   Alg
    Oct 15, 2015 Screening for Thyroid Dysfunction [Putting Prevention Into Practice]
    Jun 01, 2015 Screening for Thyroid Dysfunction: Recommendation Statement [U.S. Preventive Services Task Force]
    Aug 01, 2007 Updated AAP Guidelines on Newborn Screening and Therapy for Congenital Hypothyroidism [Practice Guidelines]   Alg
    May 01, 2003 A Practical Approach to Hypercalcemia   Alg
    Treatment
    Jul 15, 2023 Does a Gluten-Free Diet Reduce Symptoms of Autoimmune Thyroid Disease? [FPIN's Help Desk Answers]
    Sep 01, 2020 Treatment of Subclinical Hypothyroidism: BMJ Rapid Recommendation [Practice Guidelines]
    Oct 15, 2018 Morning vs. Evening Administration of Levothyroxine [FPIN's Clinical Inquiries]
    Mar 01, 2017 Radioactive Iodine Therapy vs. Antithyroid Medications for Graves Disease [Cochrane for Clinicians]   Tool
    Mar 15, 2015 Primary Hypothyroidism [Clinical Evidence Handbook]
    Apr 01, 2008 Subclinical Hypothyroidism [Cochrane for Clinicians]
    Oct 01, 2007 Hyperthyroidism [Clinical Evidence Handbook]
    May 01, 2005 Management of Subclinical Hypothyroidism [FPIN's Clinical Inquiries]
    Patient Education, Self-Care
    Jun 01, 2017 Subclinical Hyperthyroidism [Information from Your Family Doctor]   PtEd
    Mar 01, 2016 Overactive Thyroid Gland (Hyperthyroidism) [Information from Your Family Doctor]   PtEd
    Aug 01, 2013 Thyroid Nodules   Alg   PtEd
    Aug 01, 2013 Thyroid Nodules [Information from Your Family Doctor]   Alg   PtEd
    Aug 15, 2005 Treating Hyperthyroidism [Information from Your Family Doctor]   PtEd
    Jan 15, 2004 Hyperparathyroidism [Information from Your Family Doctor]
    Feb 15, 2000 Hashimoto's Disease: What It Is and How It's Treated [Information from Your Family Doctor]   PtEd
    Complications and Special Situations
    Feb 15, 2014 Thyroid Disease in Pregnancy
    Other AFP Content
    May 15, 2006 A Swelling in the Neck [Photo Quiz]

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