As a Yale-trained endocrinologist specializing in diabetes, diet as medicine, and metabolic health, I’ve put together this list of symptoms that could indicate a thyroid problem. This little butterfly-shaped gland located at the base of the front of your neck can cause all sorts of problems – and the symptoms can be non-specific, so it’s important to speak to your doctor if you experience any of these that you are. about to read, so you can be evaluated for any underlying causes. A few blood tests can help determine whether or not you have thyroid disease. Read on and to ensure your health and the health of others, don’t miss these Sure signs you may have already had COVID.
the Mayo Clinic sums this one up nicely: “Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid) is a condition in which your thyroid gland does not produce enough of certain crucial hormones,” they write. “Hypothyroidism may not cause noticeable symptoms in the early stages. Over time, untreated hypothyroidism can lead to a number of health problems, such as obesity, joint pain, infertility and heart disease. Accurate thyroid function tests are available to diagnose hypothyroidism. Thyroid hormone is usually simple, safe, and effective once you and your doctor find the right dose for you.” Here are the symptoms you may experience:
Low thyroid hormone levels lead to a decrease in overall energy expended by the body, leading to feelings of fatigue.
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Thyroid hormone is important for the functioning of our nerve cells and is important in the functioning of two other important chemicals that manage mood: serotonin and dopamine.
Significantly low levels of thyroid hormones can lead to weight gain due to increased water and salt retention.
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Low or high levels of thyroid hormones can cause ANY change in menstrual cycles – longer cycles, shorter cycles, cycle irregularity, loss of periods, etc. This is due to the effects of thyroid hormones on the ovaries, follicles and endometrium of the uterus.
Low thyroid hormone levels cause a decrease in cardiac output which leads to an overall decrease in heart rate.
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Low thyroid hormone levels cause decreased intestinal motility, which leads to constipation.
Low thyroid hormone levels can cause decreased blood flow to the skin, which can leave the skin feeling cold and dry.
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Thyroid hormone plays a vital role in the development and maintenance of hair follicles, which can lead to decreased hair growth or hair loss.
Not to be confused with hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism (overactive thyroid) “occurs when your thyroid gland produces too much of the hormone thyroxine,” explains the Mayo Clinic. “Hyperthyroidism can cause your body’s metabolism to run up, causing unintended weight loss and a fast or irregular heartbeat. Several treatments are available for hyperthyroidism. Doctors use anti-thyroid drugs and radioactive iodine to slow the production of thyroid hormones.Sometimes treatment for hyperthyroidism involves surgery to remove all or part of your thyroid gland.Although hyperthyroidism can be serious if you ignore it, most people respond well once hyperthyroidism is diagnosed and treated Read on for symptoms.
Thyroid hormone is important for the functioning of our nerve cells and is important in the functioning of 2 other important chemicals that manage mood – serotonin and dopamine. Too much thyroid hormone can cause an increase in serotonin and dopamine.
High levels of thyroid hormones also cause an increase in hormones called catecholamines, which are important for our “fight or flight response”, resulting in increased alertness and difficulty sleeping. Some components of difficulty sleeping may also be linked to increased anxiety.
Elevated levels of thyroid hormones lead to an increase in cardiac output which leads to an overall increase in heart rate. High levels of thyroid hormones also cause an increase in hormones called catecholamines which are important for our “fight or flight response” resulting in an increased heart rate.
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High levels of thyroid hormones cause increased intestinal motility, which leads to less water absorption in the intestine and diarrhea or very loose stools.
High levels of thyroid hormones also lead to an increase in these catecholamines, which can lead to increased blood flow to the skin and a feeling of warmth as a result.
Increased nerve/muscle stimulation resulting in hand tremors may be caused by increased catecholamines.
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Thyroid hormone plays a vital role in the development and maintenance of hair follicles, which can lead to decreased hair growth or hair loss.
Too much thyroid hormone can cause our daily energy expenditure to increase, leading to weight loss despite no change in diet.
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People with hyperthyroidism feel very hot initially due to increased blood flow throughout the body.
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Low or high levels of thyroid hormones can cause ANY change in menstrual cycles – longer cycles, shorter cycles, cycle irregularity, loss of periods, etc. This is due to the effects of thyroid hormones on the ovaries, follicles and endometrium of the uterus. If you experience any of these symptoms, contact a medical professional to discuss your case. And to get through this pandemic in your best shape, don’t miss these 35 places where you are most likely to catch COVID.
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