Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid is underactive. In its underactive state, the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone (T3 and T4). When these hormones are not produce adequately to meet the bodies need, it can have major effects on the other chemical that sustains the body, affects the metabolism system, the cardiac system and the body as a whole. Causes of hypothyroidism include, radiation therapy, treatment for hyperthyroid, autoimmune disease, thyroid surgery, pregnancy, iodine deficiency and certain medications (Buttaro, Trybulski, Bailey, & Sandberg-Cook, 2013).
Signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism varies based on its severity, but typical include, fatigue, puffy face, dry skin, increased cold sensitivity, increased weight gain, muscle weakness, elevated cholesterol, muscle aching, joint pain/swelling, thin hair, irregular periods, depression, slow heart rate and memory issues ( Buttaro et al., 2013).
Risk factors include, age-women older than 60, been treated with radioactive iodine, radiation therapy, pregnancy, thyroid surgery and autoimmune disease (Buttaro et al., 2013).
Diagnostic test to diagnose hypothyroidism after reported signs and symptoms is usually a TSH and a thyroxine blood test. A low thyroxine level and high TSH level indicates an underactive thyroid (Buttaro et al., 2013). The treatment for …show more content…
With hyperthyroidism the thyroid gland is producing too much of the thyroid hormone thyroxine. In this condition the body’s metabolism is accelerate, causing rapid heart rate, sudden weight loss, irregular heartbeat, sweating, and irritability. Signs and symptoms include those mention along with skin thinning, enlarged thyroid ( Goiter), heat sensitivity, fine brittle hair, fatigue, muscle weakness, frequent bowel movements, change in menstrual patterns, increased appetite and tremors ( Buttaro et al.,
Signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism varies based on its severity, but typical include, fatigue, puffy face, dry skin, increased cold sensitivity, increased weight gain, muscle weakness, elevated cholesterol, muscle aching, joint pain/swelling, thin hair, irregular periods, depression, slow heart rate and memory issues ( Buttaro et al., 2013).
Risk factors include, age-women older than 60, been treated with radioactive iodine, radiation therapy, pregnancy, thyroid surgery and autoimmune disease (Buttaro et al., 2013).
Diagnostic test to diagnose hypothyroidism after reported signs and symptoms is usually a TSH and a thyroxine blood test. A low thyroxine level and high TSH level indicates an underactive thyroid (Buttaro et al., 2013). The treatment for …show more content…
With hyperthyroidism the thyroid gland is producing too much of the thyroid hormone thyroxine. In this condition the body’s metabolism is accelerate, causing rapid heart rate, sudden weight loss, irregular heartbeat, sweating, and irritability. Signs and symptoms include those mention along with skin thinning, enlarged thyroid ( Goiter), heat sensitivity, fine brittle hair, fatigue, muscle weakness, frequent bowel movements, change in menstrual patterns, increased appetite and tremors ( Buttaro et al.,