I. INTRODUCTION. The thyroid is a small gland in the neck that takes up iodine from the body to produce hormones that help control the body's metabolism, and regulate how quickly the body should work and use energy. "About 20 million Americans have some form of thyroid disease, including many who may not be aware of their condition" (NWHIC, 1998). Thyroid hormone is essential for maintaining normal function of almost all organs in our body. It is …showed first 75 words of 1098 total…

…showed last 75 words of 1098 total…disease. "Careful attention to prescribed therapy can prevent complications of the disease" (Haggerty, 2001). III. CONCLUSION. The thyroid is a gland that controls key functions of your body. Disease of the thyroid gland can affect nearly every organ in your body and harm your health. Thyroid diseases are generally treatable and most patients lead normal lives with proper treatment. However, if left untreated Thyroid can be life-threatening and can lead to heart, liver, or kidney failure.