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Graves' Disease
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A disorder which causes abnormal thyroid gland enlargment (goiter) and increased secretion of thyroid hormone.

Graves' Disease and Research
Graves’ disease (known in Europe as Basedow’s disease) was first described in 1835. Since then, scientists have searched for its causes and treatments. This article gives a brief summary of the disease and some of the research published. From the About.com Guide to Rare/Orphan Diseases.

About.com Thyroid Disease: Graves' Disease
Articles and information on hyperthyroidism and Graves' disease from the About.com Guide to Thyroid Disease.

National Graves' Disease Foundation
Information, news, resources, support, bulletin board, reading list, videos.

Thyroid Foundation of America
Comprehensive information on every aspect of the disorder.

Thyroid Foundation of Canada
Information on Graves' disease. Also available in French.

Yahoo! Groups: Graves-support
Online email support group for Graves' disease at Yahoo! Groups.

The Thyroid Society
Brief information on Graves' disease. Site also information on signs and symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of hyperthyroidism, as well as other thyroid disorders.

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