Symptoms of hypothyroidism are related to thyroid malfunction and they can vary from one individual to another, as well as between children and adolescents.
Initially, the individual may only exhibit some symptoms of hypothyroidism, such as tiredness and weight gain that are usually attributed to age and even eating. But with the development of the disease, the individual begins to show signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism, which occur in both men and women and include:
- Sensitivity to cold;
- Constipation;
- Slow movements and thoughts;
- Muscle pain, as well as pain, stiffness and swelling of joints;
- Skin dry and peeling, which can also turn yellow;
- Muscle cramps;
- Brittle hair and nails;
- Loss of libido;
- Depression;
- Loss of memory and difficulty concentrating, more frequent in the elderly.
In addition to these symptoms, another symptom of female hypothyroidism is the occurrence of irregular menstrual cycles, leading to difficulty getting pregnant. See more here.
Subsequent and with the development of the disease, the individual may present other symptoms, such as hoarse and severe voice, swollen face, decreased heart rate, hearing loss, anemia and absence of hair on the eyebrows.
Symptoms of subclinical hypothyroidism
Subclinical hypothyroidism is characterized by a mild form of hypothyroidism, in which the individual usually has no symptoms.
However, the individual may already have some symptoms of this type of hypothyroidism, such as mild tiredness, cold feeling or unwillingness to perform daily activities, but these symptoms are very general and difficult to identify. Therefore, to diagnose this type of hypothyroidism, the individual should perform a blood test.
Symptoms of Childhood Hypothyroidism
Symptoms of childhood hypothyroidism include slow growth and development, yellowing of the skin, swollen face, large and prominent tongue, problems in eating, constipation, and excessive sleepiness.
In adolescence, the symptoms of hypothyroidism are very similar to those of the adult, but the adolescent may also present short stature and delayed puberty.
Symptoms of Hypothyroidism in Pregnancy
The symptoms of hypothyroidism in pregnancy are the same for the adult, however, due to the risks that hypothyroidism can cause in the baby when it is not treated, such as premature labor or cognitive problems, for example, it is very important for the pregnant woman to follow the treatment correctly indicated by your doctor. Learn more about Hypothyroidism in pregnancy.
What Causes Hypothyroidism
The causes of hypothyroidism are related to treatment for hyperthyroidism, iodine deficiency in food, Hashimoto's thyroiditis, which is an autoimmune disease that affects thyroid, neck or chest radiation and thyroid surgery.
How to treat hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism has no cure, but it can be treated with the use of a medicine, such as levothyroxine, to regulate the function of thyroid hormones, which must be taken daily and throughout life. Learn more details of the treatment by clicking here.
See the best home remedies to complement the treatment by clicking here.
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