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Know Your Symptoms of Hypothyroidism

When you have hypothyroidism, you may not realize it at first. The symptoms come on slowly. Some of them, like fatigue, happen when you have other conditions, too. You may mistake them for signs of aging or stress. Hypothyroidism can make you feel tired and sensitive to cold. You might gain a few pounds, too. Low thyroid levels can also affect your mood and thinking. For example, you might have: Depression Memory problems Trouble thinking clearly You may have pain, stiffness, and swelling in your: Muscles Joints FaceChanges in your skin can happen, too. It can become: Cool and pale Dry and itchy Rough or scaly Yellow-looking, especially on the soles of your feet, palms, and the "laugh lines" of your face Your nails may turn brittle or grow slowly. Your hair might change, too. It could become brittle or coarse, or you could have hair loss. Sometimes you can get thinning or loss of eyebrow ha...

Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism: Understanding Thyroid Imbalances

Introduction The thyroid gland, a small butterfly-shaped organ located in the neck, plays a crucial role in regulating various bodily functions by producing hormones that influence metabolism, energy production, and overall growth. When this gland's function goes awry, it can lead to two common conditions: hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism. In this article, we will delve into the details of these thyroid imbalances, their causes, symptoms, and available treatments. Hypothyroidism: An Underactive Thyroid Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland fails to produce sufficient thyroid hormones, primarily thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3). This deficiency slows down the body's metabolism, leading to a range of symptoms, including: 1. Fatigue and Weakness: Individuals with hypothyroidism often experience persistent tiredness and a lack of energy. 2. Weight Gain: Unexplained weight gain can occur due to a slower metabolism. 3. Cold Sensitivity: Feeling excessively cold, eve...

Thyroid Weight Loss: Weight is not decreasing due to thyroid? You can reduce your weight

Thyroid is a butterfly-shaped gland located in the front part of the throat ie near the collar bone. The most common cause of thyroid is autoimmune thyroid disease (AITD). A lot of problems related to weight are seen in thyroid patients. Weight gain indicates a low thyroid hormone, which is called hypothyroidism, and if the thyroid makes too much hormone in the body, then the weight starts decreasing too much. This is called hyperthyroidism . If hypothyroidism is inadequately treated it can be harder to lose weight, since the thyroid is a large regulator of metabolic function. (Weight gain is often the first noticeable symptom of low thyroid.) The most important thing you can do — for weight loss and for your overall health — is to get proper treatment for your hypothyroidism. However, making a few dietary changes may help boost weight loss success. Losing weight is never easy, but people who have well-controlled hypothyroidism . Use these six strategies to jump-start weight loss...