The nurse is assessing a 16-year-old girl who is in the office because she has not started menstruating. A Thyroid is an endocrine gland that is most often affected by age-related changes.
Those girls who have menstruating problems that may show symptoms of undiagnosed thyroid disorder. Girls who have either very late or very early menstruation should be evaluated for potential thyroid disorders.
The thyroid is a tiny, butterfly-shaped endocrine gland located at the base of the front of our neck and just below our Adam's apple. It plays a significant role in the growth, metabolism and development of the human body.
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