#10 The Thyroid Gland
A healthy body is essential for a fulfilling and happy life. But many of us tend to ignore our health and make many mistakes to help keep up with our busy lifestyle. It is important to listen to our bodies and correct these mistakes before it is too late. Just like these amazing health tips will help change your life, so will this article.
We may be unaware of it because it is often dismissed as just a small gland in our throat but the thyroid is an organ which regulates your metabolism, temperature, and heartbeat. An unstable Thyroid gland leads to hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism which can lead to Cancer, Osteoporosis and many other complications.
Check out these simple signs on the next page to find out if you are making some potentially fatal mistakes.
#9 Symptom 1: Feeling Sad or Depressed
According to the Mayo Clinic, an over- or under-active thyroid can completely alter your mood. An over active thyroid gland is the sign of hyperthyroidism and under active thyroid the sign of hypothyroidism. Too little thyroid hormone can affect serotonin levels in the brain. Low serotonin levels bring about feelings of sadness and depression.
On the flip side, too much thyroid hormone can make you feel anxious, restless, or irritable. Go to the next page to know more.
#8 Symptom 2: Sleeping Too Much
We all wish that we could spend the whole day in bed, but sometimes when we actually do spend the entire day in bed it could mean a lot more. A sluggish thyroid can make your entire body feel sluggish.
It saps away your strength and makes you weaker. Contact your doctor immediately if you have been feeling tired the entire day.
#7 Symptom 3: Hair Loss and Dry Skin
Another telltale sign of Hypothyroidism is dry and itchy skin. The reason behind this is a slowed metabolism which reduces sweating and thus makes your skin feel dry. The lack of a thyroid hormone interrupts even your hair growth cycle. This results in hair loss, sometimes even outside of your eyebrows.
Excessive hair loss is a sure sign of thyroid trouble. Many doctors have claimed over the years that patients have come to them stating their hair stylist sent them to get their thyroid checked. Even stylists know all about it!
#6 Symptom 4: Sudden Weight Gain
Weight gain can be a symptom in many cases but a sudden weight gain without any changes to your diet or lifestyle is a sure sign of thyroid problems. People have been know to go to doctors with the complaint that no matter how much they diet or exercise they just can't seem to lose the weight.
Contact your family physician if you have been experiencing the same.
#5 Symptom 5: No Sexual Interest
Low levels of thyroid production equals lower levels of sexual libido. If you have been experiencing all of the issues coupled together it is a sure sign of Thyroid problems. Keep reading on the next page to know which other signs you need to look out for.
#4 Symptom 6: Fuzzy Head
Sudden onset of a fuzzy head is another symptom to be added to the list. If the feeling gets more intense out of the blue it could be excessive production of the thyroid hormone causing this problem. Too much thyroid hormone can make it difficult to concentrate, while too little causes forgetfulness.
#3 Symptom 7: Fluttering Heart
The flutter in your heart caused by thyroid issues is a bit different from the one caused by the feeling of love and affection for a person. The thyroid flutter can make you feel as though your heart is skipping a beat or two. Keep an eye on your pulse to know for sure. If this sounds like something you are experiencing, it may be heart palpitations, which may mean there are too many thyroid hormones flooding your system.
#2 Symptom 8: High Blood Pressure
Blood pressure problems and thyroid problems go hand in hand. If you suffer from a thyroid problem it is only a matter of time before you start experiencing blood pressure issues. An under-active thyroid can cause high levels of the "bad" cholesterol, which unfortunately can lead to an enlarged heart or heart failure. Go to the last page to see the most important symptom of thyroid problems.
#1 Symptom 9: Neck or Throat Discomfort
A lump in your throat, change in your voice, or even a goiter could be a sign of a thyroid disorder. A simple check in the mirror and or by touch can help reveal swelling in the area. If you do see any bulges or protrusions in this area, see your physician. You may have an enlarged thyroid gland or a thyroid nodule that should be checked to determine whether further evaluation is needed.
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