Hypothyroidism: A Under-Discussed and Misdiagnosed Condition By: Maya Chahbi

 Introduction:

Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland doesn't make enough thyroid hormone and is

also known as under active thyroid. Hypothyroidism does not have noticeable signs during early

stages.Hyperthyroidism that is not treated will lead to high cholesterol and heart

conditions.Hypothyroidism is important because the thyroid gland controls the body’s

metabolism and energy use. Hypothyroidism affects mostly women who are over the age of 60.




Causes:

The thyroid gland makes thyroxine and triiodothyronine,which are hormones that affect every

cell in the body.They assist the proportion at which the body uses carbohydrates and fats.They

help control body temperature and has an effect on the heart rate.Hypothyroidism occurs

when the thyroid gland doesn't make enough of the usual hormones.

Symptoms:

The symptoms of hypothyroidism varies on the intensity of the condition.Symptoms usually

starts slowly.Symptoms like fatigue and weight gain are misunderstood as signs of getting

older, when they are actually signs of hypothyroidism as well.As your metabolism continues to

slow, you may evolve more noticeable problems..Common symptoms include:

● Tiredness

● Constipation

● Memory problems

Treatment:

Treatment for hypothyroidism normally include taking levothyroxine everyday.It regulates

hormone levels to a healthy range, removing symptoms of hypothyroidism.Your expected to feel

better after one or two weeks after you start the treatment.A person with hypothyroidism has

to take levothyroxine everyday of their life.Because the dosage necessary for you may

change,your healthcare professional might have to check your thyroid-stimulating hormone

level each year.


Awareness:

Learning about hypothyroidism is vital because it is a widespread condition that is commonly

undetected.60% of people with a thyroid condition does not know they have

it.Hypothyroidism is an unnoticeable yet impactful disorder that can significantly reduce a

person's quality of life by causing consistent fatigue and brain fog. Support is critical for

hypothyroidism patients because it improves treatment compliance and shields against the

disorders intense psychiatric symptoms.

Conclusions:

Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland doesn't make enough thyroid hormone and

occurs when the thyroid gland doesn't make enough of the usual hormones.Research is

important because it advances mixed therapies and lab-grown thyroid tissue.

Sources:

● "Hypothyroidism (Under active Thyroid)." Mayo Clinic, Mayo Foundation for

Medical Education and Research,

www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/hypothyroidism/symptoms-causes/syc-20350284.

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