The thyroid gland is located in the human neck. Its primary function is to produce triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4) hormones. The hormones control body metabolism by regulating the speed at which cells work. When the thyroid produces hormones in low quantities, the hypothalamus stimulates the pituitary gland to produce thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) that increases hormone production in the thyroid. If the thyroid gland produces a lot of hormones, the hypothalamus stimulates the pituitary gland to halt production of TSH which in return slows down hormone secretion at the thyroid gland.
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Back pain is something that most people experience at some point. There are numerous possible reasons for it, but with the spine being such a significant part of human anatomy, sometimes it just undergoes a bit more stress than it's able to cope with. Spinal pain can be caused by something as simple as sleeping in an awkward position or standing for long periods with bad posture, but occasionally, there's something else happening.
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The gastrointestinal tract-the liver, stomach, pancreas, esophagus and colon-is a complex system. Symptoms occurring in any of these areas might appear less alarming than they are, and as a result, you may not realise the need to see a gastroenterologist. Here are a few issues that might indicate your need to seek gastroenterology services.
• If You Have Persistent Heartburn
When the acid in your stomach flows back to the esophagus (the tube connecting the mouth to the stomach), it causes a painful or burning sensation in the chest or throat.
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