The condition also causes fatigue, brain fog and mood changes that can be debilitating
People who have found it difficult to lose weight despite trying diet and exercise, or have even put on pounds despite their efforts, may actually be experiencing signs of a medical condition rather than simply making unhealthy lifestyle decisions.
Hypothyroidism is a common condition that develops when the thyroid gland in the neck becomes underactive, meaning it doesn't produce enough hormones. This can lead to a range of symptoms, including exhaustion, mental fog and low spirits. Amongst the most common symptoms are weight gain and raised cholesterol levels, irrespective of how wholesome one's lifestyle may be. Many patients find themselves trying numerous diets and exercise programmes with minimal success, resulting in frustration and depression, which can subsequently worsen other symptoms.
Hypothyroidism symptoms according to the NHS : feeling extremely tired feeling cold more than usual putting on weight constipation difficulty concentrating or thinking clearly low mood or depression dry skin, dry hair or hair loss a croaky voice irregular or heavy periods if you have them
Without proper intervention, these symptoms can worsen progressively. Additionally, the NHS cautions that untreated patients face an increased risk of cardiac complications such as coronary heart disease, alongside skeletal problems including osteoporosis. The NHS notes: 'Some of the symptoms are common and can be caused by other conditions. But it's important to get them checked by a GP.'
Treatment for hypothyroidism usually involves hormone replacement medication to compensate for what the body cannot produce. Most patients require lifelong medication to keep symptoms at bay. If a thyroid disorder is suspected, a GP may conduct a neck examination and order blood tests.
Interestingly, hypothyroidism affects women 10 times more frequently than men. The condition often emerges during the menopause, which frequently causes both women and medical professionals to mistake the symptoms for menopausal changes rather than thyroid dysfunction.
According to Thyroid UK , roughly 1 to 2% of people live with hypothyroidism. While the condition has various origins, the primary cause is an autoimmune disorder where the immune system mistakenly attacks thyroid cells, known as Hashimoto's thyroiditis or Hashimoto's disease.
According to the British Thyroid Foundation, other common causes of hypothyroidism include: Having an excess of some health foods like kelp Pituaty gland malfunction Some cancer treatments including radiation, radioactive iodine treatment, or thyroidectomy Medicines like lithium and amiodarone Some edicines for overactive thyroids if the prescribed dose is too large Congenital hypothyroidism where the thyroid doesn’t develop in the womb or doesn’t form hormones
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