What are the symptoms of hypothyroidism?

Symptoms of HYPOTHYROIDISM are: (1) Speech is slow. (2) Change in nail color. (3) Feeling cold or shivering. (4) My hair is messy. (5) Constipation. (6) Feeling flustered or scared. (7) Abnormal behavior. (8) Hands and legs became clumsy - I cannot do fine work with them. (9) Overweight. (10) Reduced sweating. (11) Facial swelling. (12) Fatigue. (13) Swelling of the arms or hands. (14) Swelling of any body part. (15) My movements are slow. (16) Swollen legs / fluid retention in the legs. (17) Unable to move my face. (18) Hallucinations. (19) Difficulty getting pregnant. (20) undefined

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Learn more about Hypothyroidism

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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