The thyroid gland produces hormones in charge of regulating the metabolic rate, development and growth of the body. It is located in the front of the neck and plays a significant role in the control of the heart, muscles, brain development, digestive function and bone maintenance. A dysfunctional thyroid gland demands an urgent thyroid treatment HK and Esteem Surgical Clinic provides an excellent service that patients can use to treat a range of thyroid problems.
One of the most common thyroid diseases is goitre, which refers to the enlargement of the gland. It occurs because of the irregular growth of cells that result in the formation of one or several lumps in the thyroid. An untreated goitre could obstruct the airway and voice box and can also cause different complications that disrupt several body systems. The main symptom of the goitre is a limp that appears in the front of the neck, followed by a feeling of tightness in that area. Patients should consult Esteem Surgical Clinic as soon as they notice any suspicious changes in the throat and receive a proper thyroid treatment HK on time.
Hyperthyroidism is another common thyroid disease, which occurs when the gland makes too much of the thyroid hormones. The contrary to hyperthyroidism is hypothyroidism, a disease that happens when the thyroid gland does not produce enough of the thyroid hormones. In any of those cases, a quick thyroid treatment HK is necessary to put the thyroid gland under control and prevent the consequences of the further development of the disease.