What is Hypothyroid , Causes , Symtoms and treatment

               

What is Hypothyroid ?

Hypothyroid is caused due to low secretion of thyroid hormone in the body . Womens are mostly affected by thyroid . This can be due to the problem with thyroid gland less creation of thyroid hormone or the problem can be due to pituitary gland wherein basic stimulus for the hormone secretion is lacking.

Signs or Symptoms of Hypothyroidism:

The signs and Symptoms can be due to variety of reasons but it is common that all the health problems start slowly and then only it will create into more trouble. Depending on the severity of the hormone deficiency you can experience different Symptoms .

Hypothyroidism signs and symptom may include:

• Fatigue
• Sluggishness
• Increased sensitivity to cold
• Constipation
• Pale, dry skin
• A puffy face
• Hoarse voice
• An elevated blood cholesterol level
• Unexplained weight gain
• Muscle aches, tenderness and stiffness
• Pain, stiffness or swelling in your joints
• Muscle weakness
• Heavier than normal menstrual periods
• Brittle fingernails and hair
• Depression

Advanced hypothyroidism is Known as myxedema , but it occurs rarely , if occurs then would be a life-threatening .

The Causes of Myxedema :

Low Blood Pressure

Decreased breathing

Unresponsiveness and even coma.

Causes of Hypothyroid :

1.Hashimoto’s thyroiditis : .

It is an autoimmune disease in which the body’s immune system inappropriately attacks the thyroid tissue.

2. Lymphocytic thyroiditis :

This is caused due to inflammation of one of the white blood cells. . Mostly occurs in women after pregnancy . It evolves from hyperthyroid to hypothyroid .

3. Pituitary injury:

 It occurs due to less blood circulation to the brain . It arise after a brain Injury.

4 .Some medications like Methimazol, Propylthiouracil etc. Consuming to suppress overactive thyroid may also cause hypothyroidism.

5. Iron Deficiency :

When Intaking of iron is low , hypothyroid problem occurs in the body.

Complications of Hyperthyroid :

• Menstrural problem
• Infertility
• Decreased taste and Smell
• Hoarness
• Low Blood Pressure
• Extreme Fatigue
• Having severe stomach pain during Menstruation

Hypothyroidism occurs slowly so it could not be known at first . But when noticed first and undergoing proper treatment can make us relive from the disease.If you are getting any of the above symptoms , you must take car to get medical advice from doctors.

Diagnosis of Hypothyroid :

Hypothyroidism is diagnosed through the blood test . THT blood test is the first test to diagnose a thyroid . If needed doctor will suggest you to take T3 and T4 blood test to diagnose thyroid in depth .

Sometimes your blood test report may tell that you that your thyroid gland secretion is normal . But you will be experiencing symptoms like low BP , fatigue , Weakness , Severe pain during menstruation . The result is these symptoms occurring in your body due to some other reason .

So , in before hand you can take up advice from our specialist via Mediczy Online Doctor App . We have the top class professionals to give you correct advice on why you are getting these symptoms . Having got a clear idea then you can reach to the specialist doctor of your choice .

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Homeopathic Treatment for Hypothyroid :

Homeopathic Treatment is the best for the cure of hypothyroid . Hypothyroid can be fully cured by homeopathic treatment . Going for regular medication on a weekly basis and taking the suggested prescription by a homeopathic doctor specialist for a stipulated time . Initially you may be asked to come on regular week basis after few months it would be gradually reduced. The best thing in Homeopathic treatment is that there is no Chemical side effects.

For Example : Treatment with levothyroxine therapy which is non-homeopathic (Usual Normal treatment)

levothyroxine therapy  Side Effects :

General: fatigue, increased appetite, weight loss, heat intolerance, fever, excessive sweating;

Central nervous system:

headache, hyperactivity, nervousness, anxiety, irritability, emotional lability, insomnia;

Musculoskeletal:  tremors, muscle weakness;

Cardiac: palpitations, tachycardia, arrhythmias, increased pulse and blood pressure, heart failure, angina, myocardial infarction, cardiac arrest;

Pulmonary: dyspnea;

GI: diarrhea, vomiting, abdominal cramps;

Dermatologic: hair loss, flushing;

Reproductive: menstrual irregularities, impaired fertility.

You would not get the above side effects in Homeopathic treatment .