thyroxine; thyroid hormone. A hormone produced by the thyroid gland that regulates metabolism and growth, often used as a medication to treat an underactive thyroid.

the parathyroid gland; most common in Taiwan usage

medical condition characterized by an overactive thyroid gland

enlargement of the thyroid gland, often caused by iodine deficiency or hyperthyroidism

hyperthyroidism; overactive thyroid

The hormone produced by the parathyroid glands; primarily used in Taiwan