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If your thyroid gland is not able to produce enough thyroid hormones, your body will become
less active. An underactive thyroid gland is hypothyroid.
But your thyroid gland can also be overactive, or hyperthyroid, which means that produces
too many thyroid hormones, speeding your body up.
What causes Hypothryroidism?
You may become hypothyroid because of natural causes, or as a result of an external factor,
such as the removal of your thyroid. In most cases, if you have thyroid cancer either
part or all of your thyroid gland will have to be removed. After this occurs, your
thyroid will no longer produce enough thyroid hormones and you will become hypothyroid.
The good news is that hormone medication can replace the body's own T3 and T4 and
continuously restore your thyroid balance. Natural hypothyroidism is treated in the
same way.
Symptoms of hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism
If you have any of the symptoms below, consult your doctor. A simple blood test can
determine whether you are hypo, hyper or perhaps neither.
Symptoms of hypothyroidism:
- Depression
- Forgetfulness
- Dry skin and hair
- Puffy face and eyes
- Inability to tolerate cold
- Weight gain
- Constipation
- Heavy menstrual periods if you are a woman
- Decreased concentration
- Tiredness
Symptoms of hyperthyroidism:
- Rapid or irregular heartbeat
- Nervousness
- Difficulty sleeping
- Increased sweating
- Heat intolerance
- Trembling hands
- Weight loss
- Fatigue
- Light or absent menstrual periods if you are a woman
- Anxiety
Because every human body is different, your symptoms and their severity will be unique
to you. Finding Continuous Balance will help you feel better.
Hormones can also be affected by external factors, including stress, busyness or a change
in diet. Be sure to talk to your doctor about factors that may throw you off balance.
Hypothyroidism can affect you psychologically. Find out how to achieve mental balance.
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