City of Hope scientists identify a mechanism for self-repair of the thymus, a crucial component of the immune system, with research published in Immunity that could help boost thymic function after da ...

Doha, Qatar: Thyroid gland plays a key role in regulating metabolism by secreting the hormones thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3), which help maintain digestive system health, muscle ...

The thyroid gland is an endocrine gland located in the lower part of the neck. It produces thyroid hormones which are vital for the normal working of the brain, heart, muscles and other organs as well ...

Hyperthyroidism has also been linked to an enlarged thyroid gland (goiter), irregular menstrual cycles, high blood pressure, brittle hair, and more prominent eyes, per Johns Hopkins Medicine.

A salivary gland infection can develop when harmful bacteria or viruses build up in the salivary glands. These are located in the head and neck and produce saliva. It typically causes swollen ...