15 Signs of Thyroid Problems
Here are 15 signs that your all-important thyroid isn’t functioning as it should, according to www.abcnews.com. It is either under-performing (hypothyroidism) or over-performing (hyperthyroidism). One or more of these symptoms should warrant a trip to the doctor for tests to determine the cause and treatment:
1. Exhaustion: Even after a full night’s sleep, you are extremely tired. It could be the result of too little thyroid hormone in your body.
2. Unusual depression: Hypothyroidism can have an impact on the serotonin in the brain. Serotonin is responsible for those feel-good emotions.
3. Feeling jittery and anxious: That sense of being hyper and unable to relax can be associated with excess thyroid hormone.
4. Alteration of appetite and taste buds: Hyperthyroidism can lead to an increased appetite. An underactive thyroid interferes with a person’s sense of taste and smell.
5. Fuzzy brain: Hyperthyroidism results in difficulty concentrating. Hypothyroidism can lead to brain fog and forgetfulness, which some women wrongly assume is just a part of menopause.
6. No interest in sex: With too little thyroid hormone in the body, the libido can be low. Other signs of hypothyroidism might contribute to this disinterest, including weight gain, lack of energy, and body aches and pains.
7. Feeling fluttery: If you notice heart palpitations or your heart skipping a beat, hyperthyroidism could be the culprit. When too many thyroid hormones flood the system, the heart can beat too hard or too quickly.