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Thyroid Health

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During October we will discuss thyroid health.

There are several conditions that can affect your thyroid gland. Because your thyroid gland plays an important role in controlling many of your body’s functions, serious health problems can result when it is not working as it should.

If you have a thyroid problem that is not treated properly, serious health complications can result.

In this article we will discuss –

  • What is the thyroid?
  • What types of thyroid conditions are there?
  • What are the causes of thyroid conditions?
  • Natural thyroid health tips

What is the thyroid?

The thyroid is a gland in your neck, near the base of your throat.

The thyroid gland makes hormones that help control many of your body’s metabolic processes, such as:

  • heart rate
  • blood pressure
  • body temperature
  • weight
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What causes thyroid problems?

Problems with the thyroid can be caused by –

  • Iodine deficiency
  • Autoimmune diseases — when your immune system attacks your thyroid — such as Graves’ disease or Hashimoto’s disease
  • Inflammation (thyroiditis), which may or may not cause pain
  • Nodules, or non-cancerous lumps
  • Thyroid cancer
  • Certain medical treatments — including radiation therapy, thyroid surgery, and some medicines

Occasionally, pregnancy can cause thyroid problems to start or get worse. If left untreated, this can cause problems for you and your baby, such as –

  • miscarriage
  • premature birth
  • low birth weight
  • problems with your baby’s brain development

 

If you are pregnant or planning to become pregnant, talk to your doctor about your risk of having a thyroid disorder.

What types of thyroid conditions are there?

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Hyperthryroidism

Hyperthyroidism is when your thyroid is overactive and makes too much thyroid hormone.

Symptoms of hyperthyroidism include – 

  • feeling anxious or nervous
  • being unable to tolerate heat
  • having heart palpitations
  • losing weight, even if you’re eating the same amount of food

 

The effect of too much thyroid hormone on your body is sometimes called ‘thyrotoxicosis’.

Hypothyroidism

Hypothyroidism is when your thyroid is underactive and doesn’t make enough thyroid hormone.

Symptoms of hypothyroidism can be quite varied. They can include –

  • fatigue (tiredness)
  • being unable to tolerate the cold
  • constipation
  • dry skin
  • weight gain
  • poor memory or concentration problems
  • depression

Natural Thyroid Health Tips

Best Foods Fot Thyroid Health

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Key Supplements, Essential Oils & Natural Herbs

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Things to Avoid

Biohacks to Optimise Thyroid Health

Treatment & Conclusion

If you have a thyroid problem that is not treated properly, serious health complications can result.

An enlarged thyroid, or goitre, may cause problems with swallowing and breathing.

Graves’ disease can cause eye and skin problems.

An overactive thyroid can lead to problems including –

  • heart problems, such as rapid heart rate, problems with your heart rhythm (such as atrial fibrillation) or heart failure
  • loss of bone density (osteoporosis)

An underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism) can cause complications such as –

  • high cholesterol
  • high blood pressure
  • heart problems

Complications that need immediate medical attention.

The thyroid storm is a severe excess of thyroid hormone. Symptoms can include –

  • fever
  • rapid heart rate
  • vomiting
  • delirium

 ! The Thyroid storm is a life-threatening emergency that requires urgent medical attention.

Myxoedema coma is a rare, life-threatening condition caused by untreated, severe hypothyroidism. It causes:

  • Drowsiness that can lead to unconsciousness
  • Slow breathing
  • Low body temperature

 ! Myxoedema requires urgent medical attention.

 

Contact your local doctor or health care practitioner like Balanced Healing for medical treatment of your thyroid condition.

 

Reference

Website – https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/thyroid-problems