Quiz: How Much Do You Know About Your Thyroid?

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How Much Do You Know About Your Thyroid?

Kate Lee
CONSUMER HEALTH INTERACTIVE

The thyroid, a small gland in your neck, works like a thermostat to regulate your metabolism. When it's operating normally, your body's functions hum along at a comfortable level. However, if it's cranked up too high (hyperthyroidism) or turned down too low (hypothyroidism), the whole body revs up or slows down, often with serious consequences. Thyroid problems are extremely common, easily treated, and often misunderstood. Take this quiz to see how much you know about your thyroid.

1. If you're overweight, there's a chance that a sluggish thyroid is to blame. True or false?

True
False

2. Nutritional supplements that stimulate the thyroid are a safe and effective way to lose weight. True or false?

True
False

3. Severe depression that resists treatment may be a sign of a slightly underactive thyroid. True or false?

True
False

4. An enlarged thyroid, also called a goiter, is a telltale sign that the gland is overactive. True or false?

True
False

5. Which of the following is NOT a sign of an underactive thyroid?

a. Lack of energy
b. Diarrhea
c. Slowed thinking
d. Diminished sex drive

6. Which group is most likely to have thyroid trouble?

a. Adult women
b. Adult men
c. Children and teens
d. All have the same risk

7. Left untreated, both underactive and overactive thyroid function can be fatal. True or false?

True
False

Last updated Sep 29, 2009

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