September 2022

Hyperthyroidism is a condition where you have a hyperactive thyroid gland or an overproduction of thyroid hormones. These thyroid hormones are very important to your body because they control metabolism of all cells. However, in abundance, these hormones are toxic to your body, hence the other term for hyperthyroidism is toxic goiter. It is important […]

Some patients would be hesitant when advised to undergo the thyroidectomy. This blog addresses those patients who really need the procedure. Whenever I advise certain patients to undergo the thyroidectomy procedure, I get the question “Is it really necessary, doctor?” And the answer is: your head and neck surgeon will recommend surgery for thyroid disease only if absolutely