Hypothyroidism is a condition where the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormones, leading to a slowdown in many bodily functions. Symptoms often develop gradually and can be subtle, making diagnosis challenging.
Common Symptoms
Fatigue and weakness: Persistent exhaustion that does not improve with rest.
Weight gain: Unexplained weight gain due to reduced metabolism and fluid retention.
Cold intolerance: Feeling cold even in warm environments.
Dry, coarse skin and hair: Skin may become dry, rough, and scaly; hair may thin or become brittle.
Constipation: Slowed digestion due to reduced metabolic activity.
Depression and mood changes: Feelings of sadness, apathy, irritability, or anxiety.
Muscle and joint pain: Aches, stiffness, or weakness in muscles and joints.
Menstrual irregularities: Heavier or more frequent periods, or even amenorrhea.
Puffy face and swelling: Non-pitting edema (myxedema), especially around the eyes and hands.
Slow heart rate (bradycardia): A key sign, often accompanied by low blood pressure.
Thinning eyebrows: Particularly the outer third of the eyebrows (Queen Anne’s sign).
Brain fog: Difficulty concentrating, memory lapses, and mental sluggishness.
Less Common or Less Recognized Symptoms
Hoarse voice and slow speech.
Brittle nails and nail splitting.
Swollen tongue or a sensation of a lump in the throat.
Vision changes, including blurry vision or dry eyes.
Recurrent miscarriages or infertility in women.
High cholesterol and increased risk of heart disease.
Sleep apnea due to tissue swelling.
Numbness or tingling in hands (carpal tunnel syndrome).
Important Notes
Hypothyroidism is more common in women, especially those over age 50.
Symptoms can mimic aging, depression, or other conditions, leading to delayed diagnosis.
Hashimoto’s disease, an autoimmune disorder, is the most common cause.
Diagnosis is confirmed with blood tests measuring TSH, T4, and thyroid antibodies.
Treatment involves lifelong thyroid hormone replacement (levothyroxine), which typically reverses symptoms.
If you suspect hypothyroidism, consult a healthcare provider for proper evaluation and testing.
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Hyper symptoms from overmedication?
Are you in your late 30s? Is it possible you’re maybe hitting perimenopause? If your estrogen levels drop, you may need to reduce your meds. I found that out the hard way. My levels had been stable for years, then all of a sudden it seems I was overmedicated, but when I looked back over the last year, I could see where I had been having some issues, but I just though it was all the pandemic stuff. But then I started losing weight and losing hair, and found out I was overmedicated at my annual Endo appointment. A few months later my GP tested FSH and LH, which were very high, so menopausal, which would explain some of what happened.
If a person goes on HRT/MHT and raises their estrogen levels, they may have to up their thyroid meds again.
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Weight gain, fatigue, nausea, dizziness, hypoglycemia, mood swings, depression, hair loss, dry skin, joint pain.
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