Saturday, February 6, 2016

Hypothyroidism- (Low Thyroid Hormone Level) - Some Symptoms You May Experience

Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the body lacks sufficient thyroid hormone.

 Symptoms of Hypothyroidism


  • Fatigue
  • Weakness
  • Weight gain or increased difficulty losing weight
  • Coarse, dry hair
  • Dry, rough pale skin
  • Hair loss
  • Cold intolerance (you can't tolerate cold temperatures like those around you)
  • Muscle cramps and frequent muscle aches
  • Constipation
  • Depression
  • Irritability
  • Memory loss
  • Abnormal menstrual cycles
  • Decreased libido
  •  Left untreated, the symptoms of hypothyroidism will usually progress. Complications may result in severe life-threatening depression, heart failure, or coma.
  • It can be treated with medication and/ or with proper nutrition and natural supplements.
  • Reference- endocrineweb
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