What is another word for thyroid disease?
Pronunciation: [θˈa͡ɪɹɔ͡ɪd dɪzˈiːz] (IPA) 
Thyroid disease is a common and debilitating condition that affects millions of people worldwide. Some synonyms for thyroid disease include hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, Graves' disease, and goiter. Hypothyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland fails to produce enough hormones, leading to symptoms such as fatigue, weight gain, and depression, while hyperthyroidism is the opposite condition where there is an overproduction of hormones leading to symptoms such as weight loss, anxiety, and rapid heartbeat. Hashimoto's thyroiditis is an autoimmune condition that attacks the thyroid gland, while Graves' disease is another autoimmune disease that affects the thyroid gland and causes hyperthyroidism. Goiter is a swelling of the thyroid gland that can be caused by an iodine deficiency or other thyroid disorders.
