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Hypothyroidism In Perimenopause
(stage before menopause)
And Menopause
Over 20% of menopausal women in the U.S. are diagnosed with thyroid dysfunction.
Recent studies suggest that millions more suffer from subclinical problems but are undiagnosed. Notably, women are far more likely than men to be afflicted.
The great majority of these women suffer from hypothyroidism — a sluggish thyroid —, which leads to fatigue, weight gain, depression, high cholesterol and other symptoms. A fraction suffers from hyperthyroidism, which is an overactive thyroid.
What accounts for this epidemic of thyroid problems? And what should you do about it?
Before answering these questions, let’s remember that the thyroid can’t be viewed in isolation from the rest of your endocrine system. On the contrary, it sits at the very center of the action. And it is just as vulnerable to stress and lack of support as every other part of your body. Understanding how those stresses create illness and thyroid disease will also show us how to create balance and wellness.
What does the thyroid actually do?
Located behind the Adam’s apple, the thyroid controls the rate of function of every cell and gland of the body, including growth, repair and metabolism. Thyroid hormones affect the chemistry of the brain, playing a key role in mental function, moods and emotions. It greatly influences the activity of the sex hormones, which in turn affect thyroid function.
What are the symptoms of hypothyroidism?
An under active thyroid may cause fatigue, weight gain, depression, muscle aches, joint pain, loss of mental clarity and function, dry skin, brittle hair, hair loss, breast milk formation, constipation, a constant feeling of being cold, and many other symptoms.
Subclinical hypothyroidism may present itself with mild versions of these symptoms, or often just fatigue or depression. Hypothyroidism is also clearly associated with elevated levels of LDL, the “bad” cholesterol, and a heightened risk of heart disease.
In some cases, hypothyroidism leads to a goiter, an enlargement of the thyroid sufficient to be noticeable. The gland enlarges to try and produce more. Hyperthyroidism may also cause a goiter, as the gland enlarges in response to attacks by antibodies.
It’s important to note that without treatment or relief of the underlying causes, the symptoms of hypothyroidism will generally worsen over time, resulting eventually in permanent damage.
What triggers hypothyroidism?........
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