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Content updated on Sep 20, 2022
What is hypothyroidism?
A disorder where levels of thyroid hormone in the body are abnormally low. These hormones are needed 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 will be needed to ensure that the amount of thyroid replacement is just right for each person.
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Diseases related to Hypothyroidism
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Reviewed By:
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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