Underactive Thyroid
Underactive Thyroid or Subtle Hypothyroidism or Subclinical Hypothyroidism
Underactive thyroid function is becoming alarmingly common—and is horribly under-diagnosed. The good news is that once it is diagnosed, it can be very easy to treat, and treatment can save your life in addition to making life worth living! Read more…
There are distinguished physicians who think that the current standards being used to treat underactive thyroid are not reliable. Consequently there maybe tens of thousands of people who may be suffering from a host of conditions and illnesses because of untreated subclinical hypothyroidism. Read about the books they have written…
Thyroid supplementation - several studies show that thyroid therapies can be very helpful in CFIDS/FMS - even if your blood tests are normal. In fact there are reputable doctors who would prescribe thyroid hormones to their patients with underactive thyroid symptoms even though their thyroid tests are normal. This treatment is, however, very controversial - even though it’s usually very safe. All treatments (even aspirin) can cause problems in some people though. Read more
What are the symptoms of Underactive Thyroid?
Early symptoms:
- Weakness
- Fatigue
- Cold intolerance
- Constipation
- Weight gain (unintentional)
- Depression
- Joint or muscle pain
- Thin, brittle fingernails
- Thin and brittle hair
- Paleness
Late symptoms:
- Slow speech
- Dry flaky skin
- Thickening of the skin
- Puffy face, hands and feet
- Decreased taste and smell
- Thinning of eyebrows
- Hoarseness
- Abnormal menstrual periods
Additional symptoms that may be associated with this disease:
- Overall swelling
- Muscle spasms (cramps)
- Muscle pain
- Muscle atrophy
- Uncoordinated movement
- Absent menstruation
- Joint stiffness
- Dry hair
- Hair loss
- Drowsiness
- Appetite loss
- Ankle, feet, and leg swelling
- Short stature
- Separated sutures
- Delayed formation or absence of teeth
Books on Thyroid Issues
The Thyroid Solution
Author: Ridha Arem; Buy New: $11.53
Thyroid Power
Author: Richard Shames, Karilee H. Shames; Buy New: $11.16
The Thyroid Paradox
Author: James K., M.D. Rone; Buy New: $14.21
Hypothyroidism
Author: Broda Barnes; Buy New: $17.16
The Thyroid Guide
Author: Beth Ann Ditkoff, Paul Lo Gerfo; Buy New: $13.95
100 Questions & Answers About Thyroid Disorders
A Simple Guide to Thyroid Disorders
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The Complete Thyroid Book
Author: Kenneth Ain, M. Sara Rosenthal; Buy New: $12.89
Living Well with Hypothyroidism
Author: Mary J. Shomon; Buy New: $10.17
The Thyroid Diet
Author: Mary J. Shomon; Buy New: $10.17
Why Am I So Tired? Is Your Thyroid Making You Ill?
Author: Martin Budd; Buy New: $21.96
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Some of the Co-existing Conditions of CFS or Fibromyalgia (click here for more..)
- Chronic Sinusitis
- Candida or Yeast Connection
- Underactive Thyroid
- Adrenal Exhaustion
- Other Hormonal Issues
- IBS, Spastic Colon, Leaky Gut Syndrome, Ulcerative Colitis,Chron’s Disease and other Inflammatory Intestinal Conditions
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