THYROID Report

THYROID REPORT

Hypothyroidism -
Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the body lacks sufficient thyroid hormone. Over five million Americans have this common medical condition. In fact, as many as ten percent of women may have some degree of thyroid hormone deficiency. Millions of people are currently hypothyroid and don't know it!

Symptoms of Hypothyroidism

Fatigue
Weakness
Weight gain or increased difficulty losing weight
Coarse, dry hair
Dry, rough pale skin
Hair loss
Cold intolerance (can't tolerate the cold like those around you)
Muscle cramps and frequent muscle aches
Constipation
Depression
Irritability
Memory loss
Abnormal menstrual cycles
Decreased libido
Furthermore, laboratories are using outdated standards. According to a new study, a TSH of 1.5 is "normal" for a disease-free population in this country, not 5.5 as currently listed.
J. Clin Endocrinol Metab 2002(87)2:489-499

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