Hypothyroidism?
does anyone here suffer from it? how would you describe your symptoms?
User Comments
- I don't personally.
But It would make someone look smaller than a normal person.
- COME AGAIN?
- I dont have hyperthyroidism, but the sx are: hypothermia, bradycardia, myxoedema and weight gain.
- What is hypothyroidism?
Hypothyroidism is the condition in which the thyroid is underactive (I.e., it is producing an insufficient amount of thyroid hormones). Hypothyroidism is the most common thyroid disorder. Severe hypothyroidism can lead to a condition called myxedema, characterized by dry, thickened skin and coarse facial features.
Causes of hypothyroidism:
The most common cause of hypothyroidism is an autoimmune reaction, where the body produces antibodies against the thyroid gland. One such autoimmune disorder is called Hashimoto's thyroiditis, an inflammation of the thyroid gland. Other causes include treatment of hyperthyroidism such as radioactive iodine treatment or surgery.
What are the symptoms of hypothyroidism?
Symptoms of hypothyroidism are usually very subtle and gradual and may be mistaken for symptoms of depression. The following are the most common symptoms of hypothyroidism. However, each individual may experience symptoms differently. Symptoms may include:
dull facial expressions
hoarse voice
slow speech
droopy eyelids
puffy and swollen face
weight gain
constipation
sparse, coarse and dry hair
coarse, dry, and thickened skin
carpal tunnel syndrome (hand tingling or pain)
slow pulse
muscle cramps
orange-colored soles and palms
sides of eyebrows thin or fall out
confusion
increased menstrual flow in women
- Yes... before getting the correct medicine and dosage figured out... I was exhausted... yet couldn't sleep. physical tell tale sign for me was my eyes seemed to be getting smaller... hair was thinning- had no energy, couldn't lose a pound if I wanted to... here is my thought... If I had to have a 'disease' and take any medication for the rest of my life... this is the disease I would have picked! Once under control- which can take several months, medication trials, and blood levels - you will feel back to yourself - I felt so bad for so long, I just thought all my issues were part of being a girl... thanks goodness I was wrong and the right doctor found out my issue.... good luck!