How Thyroid Issues Affect The Body

Thyroid glands are small, butterfly-shaped glands that sit at the front of the neck, just below the base of the neck and surrounding the windpipe (trachea).

Thyroid dysfunction can have far-reaching effects on your health. Hyperthyroidism occurs when the body produces an excessive amount of thyroid hormone. Hypothyroidism occurs when the body produces too little thyroid hormone. Both are major health issues that need professional medical attention.

Have your thyroid tested and get a prescription for thyroid medication immediately if you experience any of the following signs and symptoms:

1. A Dramatic Shift In Weight

Hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism are two possible causes of sudden and dramatic weight loss or gain. When the thyroid gland generates too much thyroxine, it speeds up the body's metabolism and results in weight loss in those with hyperthyroidism.

When you have hypothyroidism, on the other hand, your body doesn't make enough thyroxine, which slows your metabolism and leads to weight gain.

2. Odd Changes In Physical Appearance

There's more to your appearance than your weight. Keep an eye out for changes in your physical appearance, such as weaker hair or rough red, itchy, irritated skin, swollen joints, a swollen face, or swelling at the base of your neck.

These may seem like everyday skin problems; however, if you've also observed any other thyroid disease symptoms, you should immediately consult an online doctor for hypothyroidism.

3. Unusual Mood Swings

Hormones significantly affect your mental and emotional well-being in addition to their obvious impact on your physical appearance. Anxiety, nervousness, and irritability are possible symptoms of hyperthyroidism, while depression is a common symptom of hypothyroidism.

4. Constant Exhaustion

Fatigue can be caused by either hyperthyroidism, which makes it difficult to get to sleep at night, or hypothyroidism, which results in a deficiency of thyroxine and an exhausted body. In addition, having any of these conditions will make you feel exhausted all the time because of the toll it takes on your muscles. 

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