thyroid gland
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thyroid gland
A hormone-producing gland in the human body located in the neck below the larynx. It is crucial for regulating metabolism.
Bei der Untersuchung wurde eine Unterfunktion der Schilddrüse festgestellt.
During the examination, an underactive thyroid gland was diagnosed.
The word consists of 'der Schild' (shield) and 'die Drüse' (gland). The name comes from the shape of the gland, which resembles a shield.
Die Schilddrüse hat eine wichtige Funktion für den ganzen Körper.
The thyroid gland has an important function for the whole body.
Common medical terms related to the thyroid gland are 'Schilddrüsenunterfunktion' (underactive thyroid/hypothyroidism) and 'Schilddrüsenüberfunktion' (overactive thyroid/hyperthyroidism). You can also say 'Probleme mit der Schilddrüse haben' (to have problems with the thyroid gland).
Viele Menschen leiden an einer Schilddrüsenunterfunktion, ohne es zu wissen.
Many people suffer from an underactive thyroid without knowing it.
Although 'Schilddrüse' (thyroid gland) is a medical term, the word is very common in German and is also used in everyday speech when talking about health.
Meine Ärztin möchte meine Schilddrüse kontrollieren lassen.
My doctor wants to have my thyroid gland checked.