Thyroid disorders affect one in every twenty people at some point in their lives. Once diagnosed, however, thyroid conditions can be treated effectively & good health restored. In this comprehensive handbook, Dr. Rowan Hillson offers clear advice on what you can do about it. She discusses problems of both over-active & under-active thyroid, thryroid eye disorders & goiters, & addresses: how to recognize the symptoms; visiting the doctor; the journey through diagnosis & treatment; what causes thyroid disorders; &, how to avoid them.