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Hypothyroidism, like Hyperthyroidism, affects the thyroid which is located in the neck. The main cause for this disease is Hashmito's Thyroiditis. This disease develops when the immune system produces antibodies that destroy thyroid tissue and reduce the thyroid's ability to produce the thyroid hormone. Other causes are surgical removal of the thyroid or radioactive therapy.
Some symptoms of Hypothyroidism and some things to watch out for as warnings are:
- Coarse and thinning of hair
- Dry skin
- Slow body movement
- Inability to tolerate cold temperatures
- Feeling tired, sluggish, or weak
- Memory problems, depression, or difficulty concentrating.
- Brittle nails, or a yellowish tint to the skin
- Constipation
- Heavy or irregular menstrual periods.
This disease is not preventable, and if a victim sees that he/she has some of the symptoms they should see a doctor immediately to seek treatment. To treat Hypothyroidism you can go on the synthetic thyroid hormone medication. The medication will take away the symptoms of the disease, however, the victim will need the treatment for the rest of their lives.
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