Many patients who suffer today from thyroid problems, unfortunately, for a long time simply did not pay attention to the symptoms, literally "flashy" to them about the dysfunction of the body. In order not to repeat their mistakes, it is necessary to pay attention to any changes occurring in the body. And at the slightest suspicion of pathology, to see a doctor and undergo a comprehensive examination.
So, thyroid disease may indicate:
1. Sudden and fast growth (or vice versa, loss) in weight.
2. Frequent constipation or, on the contrary, bouts of diarrhea.
3. Obvious problems sleeping (insomnia or, again, constant sleepiness) and concentrating.
However, first things first.
What is it - thyroid?
Endocrine organ systems of the human body, located in the neck. It is the thyroid gland regulates metabolism and heart, is responsible for the burning of calories consumed. Receptors for hormones of the body are almost all over the body. That's why thyroid dysfunction manifests itself in many different and sometimes unexpected places. Here and heart begins to fail, and the skeleton problems arise suffering fertility, muscle tone, etc.
Hyper- or hypothyroidism, what usually happens?
Such data, medical statistics has not. But it is known that thyroid problems occur more often in women than in men. Each 8 the fairer sex now diagnosed hyper- or hypothyroidism.
Fluctuations in body weight
Hypothyroidism - a slower metabolism, which means the beginning of the disease leads to a rapid and unwarranted weight gain. In hyperthyroidism, on the contrary, the weight of sharply away, and also for no apparent reason. And then, on the other it is imperative to pay attention to and to consult specialists - let prescribed set of tests and other examinations.
Weakness, abnormal function
Shortness of breath, and muscle weakness - frequent companions of thyroid disease. If before you go easy on the "long-distance", and now barely crawling to the store for bread, gasping for air because of shortness of breath, make an appointment to the endocrinologist. In addition, such patients are often strongly sweat, not tolerate heat.
Problems with a chair (any)
Should pay attention to the repeated and constipation, and frequent bowel movements. They are - evidence of a violation of metabolism, possibly triggered by thyroid pathology.
Changes in appearance
Cheerleaders have swollen eyelids, and suddenly "polezshie" of the orbits the eyeballs. Eyes while frequent watering, and the picture that sees the patient, is twofold. There are problems with hearing (up to complete deafness). May become thicker neck. The voice becomes hoarse. There are problems with swallowing.
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