Feeling Tired Or Depressed?
It Might Be Your Thyroid
What Is The Thyroid?
The thyroid, resembling a butterfly in shape, resides at the base of your neck. It produces hormones essential for regulating your body's energy usage and performing various vital functions. As part of the endocrine system, it helps manage metabolism, impacting aspects such as blood pressure, body temperature, and heart rate.
What is Hypothyroidism?
Hypothyroidism occurs when the production of thyroid hormones decreases, leading to a slowdown and alteration in your body's processes. This condition can impact various systems within your body. Undetected thyroid disorders increase the risk of other health conditions, including cardiovascular diseases, osteoporosis, and infertility.
The Effects Of Hypothyroidism On Your Body
Hypothyroidism affects virtually every system in your body, including:
Mental health issues
Low thyroid hormone levels can contribute to depression and sadness
Eyebrow thinning
Hypothyroidism can make you lose eyebrow hair. The hair loss usually starts at the outer edges of your brows.
Jaundice
Infant born with Hypothyroidism may have jaundice, yellowing of the skin and whites of the eyes
High blood pressure
Low Thyroid hormones levels can increase blood pressure through interactions with the blood vessels and circulatory system
Slow metabolism
Too little thyroid hormone slows the body's metabolism, which can lead to weight gain
Stomach bloating
A lack of thyroid hormone slows the movement of food through your digestive tract, which can leave your belly bloated
Heartburn
Hypothyroidism slows digestion. This can lead to heartburn and other gastrointestinal issues
Dry skin
Low thyroid hormone levels directly affect the skin. This can cause a variety of changes, including dryness, thickening, and scaling
Weakness
Low thyroid hormone production can leave your muscles weak, achy or stiff
Brain fog
Hypothyroidism can affect your memory and your ability to think clearly. This mental fuzziness is sometimes called "brain fog"
Thinning hair
The effects of hypothyroidism can cause you to lose hair on your scalp, face and body
Peripheral neuropathy
Hypothyroidism can affect your memory and your ability to think clearly. This mental fuzziness is sometimes called "brain fog"
Goiter
A goiter is an abnormally enlarged thyroid gland that can happen in people with diseases like Hashimoto thyroiditis.
Heart attack risk
Hypothyroidism may increase cholesterol levels and narrow arteries. This could contribute to an increased risk of heart attack.
Gallstones
Hypothyroidism may increase your risk of gallstones, hard pieces made up of substances like cholesterol or bile that form in your gallbladder
Constipations
Slowed movement of food through your intestines can back up stool, making you constipated
Menstrual changes
Women with hypothyroidism may have irregular periods and changes in menstrual flow. Fertility can be affected too, making it harder to get pregnant
Thyro Health Doctors Consider All Medication Options
T4 + T3 Combination
T3, or triiodothyronine, plays a vital role in delivering oxygen and energy to cells, tissues, and glands in the body. This function is essential for overall metabolism and physiological processes. For individuals who have difficulty converting T4 into T3, supplementation with T3 medication can be beneficial.
Don't Just Get Treatment, Get Solutions.
At ThyroHealth, we envision a world where individuals with thyroid conditions are empowered to live their lives to the fullest, free from the constraints of their health challenges. We strive to be the source of hope and support, guiding our community towards optimal thyroid health through innovative solutions and unwavering dedication.
