If we look at the increasing health problems globally in the last decade, we find that along with diabetes and heart diseases, thyroid problems have also increased rapidly. Due to problems in the thyroid gland, you may face many types of problems. Anyone can have the problem of thyroid disorders, even infants have been seen to be at risk of this disorder. Therefore, it becomes important to know about these disorders and treat them on time.
The first month of the year - January is celebrated as 'Thyroid Awareness Month' to make people aware of the increasing thyroid problems globally and alerting people about prevention.
Generally, weight gain or obesity is considered to be a thyroid problem, but apart from this, it becomes very important to pay attention to many other symptoms and take preventive measures.
What is a thyroid disorder?
Before knowing about the symptoms of thyroid, it is important to understand about this disorder. The thyroid gland is a small organ located in the front of the neck, wrapped around the trachea. Like other glands, the thyroid gland also releases hormones, which help your body perform specific functions.
When the thyroid gland does not function properly, it can affect the entire body. If your body produces too much thyroid hormone, it can cause the problem of hyperthyroidism, while if less thyroid hormone is produced, it is called hypothyroidism. Both situations are serious.
Weight gain problem in the thyroid
Thyroid condition is often linked to obesity, but the problem of weight gain occurs only in hypothyroidism. When the body produces less thyroid hormone, it also causes problems in metabolic rate. Due to this, the risk of body mass index (BMI) increases and obesity increases. But on the contrary, if someone has the problem of hyperthyroidism, then due to this your weight can reduce a lot.
Also, know these symptoms of thyroid
The symptoms of hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism can be different and it is necessary to pay attention to them.
Such problems can occur in the case of overactive thyroid (hyperthyroidism).
Feeling anxious, irritable, and nervous.
Having trouble sleeping.
Weight loss, loss of muscle mass.
Weakness and tremors in muscles.
Irregular menstruation or menstrual cycle stopping.
Feeling sensitive to heat.
Vision problems or eye irritation.
Symptoms of underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism)
Feeling tired and weak.
Weight gain problem.
The problem of forgetting things again and again.
Having heavy menstruation.
Increased dryness in hair.
Increased intolerance towards harsh sounds and cold.
You can get benefits from medicines
Doctors say thyroid disorders can be treated. Getting the right treatment on time can help prevent physical problems from progressing. Medicines can help bring thyroid hormone levels back to normal. Therefore, the symptoms must be properly diagnosed and treated on time.
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