What Are the Symptoms of Hypothyroidism?
Many men and women struggle with thinning hair, fatigue and other frustrating symptoms. Did you know that they may have an underlying cause? Hypothyroidism results when your thyroid doesn’t make enough hormones for your body to function properly.
Hypothyroidism affects both men and women and has various symptoms that can alert you of your need for thyroid hormone therapy or THT.
General Hypothyroidism Symptoms
Most of the hypothyroidism symptoms are general to both men and women. These symptoms may include:
- Weight gain
- Fatigue
- Depression or anxiety
- Joint or muscle pain and stiffness
- Hair loss
- Memory issues
- Increased sensitivity to cold
You may also notice an enlarged thyroid gland, also known as a goiter, located on the front of your neck.
Hypothyroidism Symptoms Specific to Men
Many of the symptoms of hyperthyroidism are similar between men and women. However, there are some symptoms specific to men. For example, hypothyroidism can result in low testosterone which can then bring about symptoms of its own. Low T can result in low sex drive, irritability and loss of muscle strength.
Hypothyroidism Symptoms Specific to Women
In women, hypothyroidism can result in heavier-than-normal menstrual periods which can be both painful and frustrating. Since hypothyroidism affects your menstrual cycle, it can also affect ovulation and your ability to get pregnant.
Thyroid Hormone Therapy: Treatment Option for Hypothyroidism
If you’re struggling with any of the symptoms of hypothyroidism, the first step is to test your hormone levels to determine if an issue exists. If your hormone levels are low due to hypothyroidism, thyroid hormone therapy or THT could be an option for you.
THT is a treatment that aims to replace the hormones you’ve lost via medication. Typically, THT is performed via a pill you take once per day. However, treatment will depend on your unique needs.
Our Approach to Thyroid Hormone Therapy
Here at Balance Hormone Center, we take a personalized approach to your health. We’ll start by determining your needs and health goals. We’ll then create a customized treatment plan to fit.
For our thyroid hormone therapy, we use bioidentical hormones instead of synthetic ones. Bioidentical hormones are naturally occurring in your body, reducing the chance of side effects. Plus, they include T3 and T4 hormones for the best results.
Struggling With Hypothyroidism? We Can Help!
If you believe you’re struggling with hypothyroidism, the expert team at Balance Hormone Center can help. To learn more about thyroid hormone therapy or to schedule an appointment, give us a call at 480-718-9960 today.
