Description:

Low thyroid hormone levels or hypothyroidism, slow metabolism, and prevent many body parts from growing or repairing.A deficiency of thyroid hormone generated by the thyroid gland results in hypothyroidism. Underactive thyroid is another name for this illness. During the early stages, hypothyroidism may not exhibit any symptoms. If left untreated, hypothyroidism can eventually lead to serious health disorders. When your thyroid levels are extremely low, this is called myxedema. A very serious condition myxedema can cause serious symptoms including: • A low body temperature. • Anemia. • Heart failure. • Confusion. • Coma.

Cause:

Hypothyroidism results from decreased production of hormones from the thyroid gland. This could be the result of • Increasing age • Gender: Women are at increased risk • Autoimmune diseases where the immune system attacks the body’s own cells • Central or pituatar thyroidism - Due to tumors in the pitutatry gland • Treatment for hyperthyroidism - Medications may cause lowered harmones • Family history - Congenital hypothyroidism due to reduced • Thyroid surgery where a portion or all of the gland is removed. Pregnancy Iodine deficiency

Symptom:

• Fatigue and Depression • Moderate weight gain. • Cold intolerance. • Excess sleepiness • Dry coarse hair or hair loss. • Hair loss • Menstrual disturbances or Amenorrhoea • Mood changes, especially depression • Reduced perspiration and constipation • Dry skin and muscle cramps. • Higher cholesterol levels. • Decreased concentration • Symptoms are vague. • Leg swelling

Ayurveda Treartments:

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Naturopathy Treartments:

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