Have you been feeling tired or depressed lately? Have you gained weight? Easily get the chills? Or perhaps you think the opposite: Anxious, clammy, or even losing weight unintentionally, despite an increased appetite? These symptoms may be related to stress or the time of year. They could also be caused by your thyroid gland.
Thyroid trouble
The thyroid, a butterfly-shaped gland in the front of the neck below the voice box, produces hormones that regulate metabolism—the powerhouse that helps your body convert or use energy. When a thyroid disorder is present, it can disrupt the production of thyroid hormones by underproducing (a condition known as hypothyroidism) or overproducing (a condition known as hyperthyroidism) thyroid hormones. This can trigger a variety of symptoms, including:
Hypothyroidism or “Underactive Thyroid” Hyperthyroidism or “Overactive Thyroid”Sensitivity to cold Heat intolerance, increased sweating weight gain and water retention Unintentional weight loss constipation Diarrhea or frequent bowel movements Depression Anxiety, nervousness; Rapid, irregular heartbeat high cholesterol Unusually low cholesterolPaleness or dry skin Flushed or clammy skin Fatigue or sluggishness InsomniaPuffy face Bulging eyes (exophthalmos)Heavier menstrual periods Irregular menstrual periods Brittle hair and nails Hair loss, including outer edge of eyebrowsJoint pain, muscular weakness, cramps, stiffness Difficulty climbing stairs, gripping objects, trembling hands Diagnosing difficulty The difficulty for diagnosing a thyroid complaint is is that all of these symptoms aren’t specific there are other conditions that can cause similar issues, so it can be difficult to parse out what’s being caused by a thyroid condition or something else So up to 60 percent of people are unaware of their thyroid condition. Plus, women are five to eight times more likely than men to develop thyroid problems.
Get screened
if you are experiencing a compilation of symptoms that might suggest a thyroid problem, Dr. Chang suggests you contact your primary doctor to be screened for a thyroid disorder. Screening involves a simple blood test to measure the levels of TSH (thyroid-stimulating hormone), and possibly other hormones, in your bloodstream.
When blood tests present abnormal results, Dr. Chang says patients may be referred to a specialist or to their primary care physician to treat the thyroid disorder. The TSH value to be evaluated As for patients who have a “normal” TSH reading, she says they may need medication or an adjustment in their medication to lessen or prevent symptoms to help them feel better.
Undiagnosed thyroid problems can dramatically increase your risk of heart disease, mood disorders, obesity, and other health issues. In hypothyroidism, chronic low energy can lead to getting less exercise, and feeling weak, tired, or depressed. Neural side effects can cause trouble focusing or remembering things. With hyperthyroidism, heart and bone problems can result. See a doctor
If you have experienced symptoms that you suspect may be related to your thyroid gland, make an appointment with your doctor to be evaluated. If you need a new physician to get a referral, find one that’s right for you. Even if hormones aren’t the root cause of the symptoms, your body may be trying to tell you something. Listening is the first step toward feeling better.
Homeopathy for Thyroid troubles
many patients of hypothyroidism have found homeopathy to be the most effective form of treatment. Continuous use of homeopathic treatment and herbal remedies can help maintain thyroxin levels in the body and eventually heal your thyroid naturally so it can produce more thyroxin, hence removing a person’s dependency on external supplements and stimulants.
Homeopathic remedies are prepared from a wide range of substances such as vegetables, herbs, minerals, chemicals, and animal products in extremely minute.
The homeopathic remedy selected will be based on all the symptoms of the patient including physical, mental, and emotional states and family history of the patient. Homeopathic remedies stimulate the body’s own immune system and offer a long-lasting cure rather than giving temporary relief
…By wishing you a speedy Recovery,
