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Hidetaka Hamasaki, MD (Endocrinology)

Dr. Hamasaki graduated from the Hiroshima University School of Medicine and the Graduate School of Medicine, Jichi Medical University. He completed his residency at the Department of Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism, National Center for Global Health and Medicine Hospital and the Department of Internal Medicine, Kohnodai Hospital, National Center for Global Health and Medicine. He has served in the National Center for Global Health and Medicine Hospital and Kohnodai Hospital and joined Hamasaki Clinic in April 2017. Dr. Hamasaki specializes in diabetes and treats a wide range of internal medicine and endocrine disorders.

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  • Slowing of speech

  • Speech has slowed

  • Discoloration of the nails

  • Speech is slowing down

  • Speech is slow

  • Feeling cold

  • Nails are yellow

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Learn more about Hypothyroidism

Content updated on Sep 20, 2022

What is hypothyroidism?

A disorder where thyroid hormone levels in the body are abnormally low. These hormones are necessary for growth, development, and metabolism.

Symptoms of hypothyroidism

  • Speech is slow

  • Change in nail color

  • Feeling cold or shivering

  • My hair is messy

  • Constipation

  • Feeling flustered or scared

  • Abnormal behavior

  • Hands and legs became clumsy - I cannot do fine work with them

Questions your doctor may ask to check for hypothyroidism

Your doctor may ask these questions to diagnose hypothyroidism

  • Do you feel that your speech has slowed down?

  • Has your nail color changed?

  • Do you feel cold or chilly?

  • Do you have messy hair?

  • Do you have hard stools or constipation recently?

Treatment for hypothyroidism

This is treated with daily hormone replacement tablets. Regular blood tests are needed to ensure the right amount of thyroid replacement for each individual.

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Reviewed By:

Hidetaka Hamasaki

Hidetaka Hamasaki, MD (Endocrinology)

Dr. Hamasaki graduated from the Hiroshima University School of Medicine and the Graduate School of Medicine, Jichi Medical University. He completed his residency at the Department of Diabetes, Endocrinology and Metabolism, National Center for Global Health and Medicine Hospital and the Department of Internal Medicine, Kohnodai Hospital, National Center for Global Health and Medicine. He has served in the National Center for Global Health and Medicine Hospital and Kohnodai Hospital and joined Hamasaki Clinic in April 2017. Dr. Hamasaki specializes in diabetes and treats a wide range of internal medicine and endocrine disorders.

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