Hypothyroidism: Underactive Thyroid Gland - Signs, Symptoms, Causes and Treatment

'Hypothyroidism,' or underactive thyroid, is a condition in which a person's thyroid gland does not produce enough of certain important hormones. Women, particularly women over the age of 60, are more likely to experience hyperthyroidism. Hypothyroidism upsets the usual balance of chemical reactions in a person's body. It rarely causes symptoms in the early stages, although over time untreated hypothyroidism may cause several health issues such as joint pain, obesity, heart disease and infertility. Accurate thyroid function tests are available to diagnose hypothyroidism and treatment of it with synthetic thyroid hormone is usually simple, effective and safe after a person and their doctor find the right dose.
Source: Disabled World - Category: Disability Tags: Health and Disability Source Type: news