Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland doesn't produce enough thyroid hormones. Untreated or unmonitored hypothyroidism can cause fatigue, weight gain, fluid retention, depression, forgetfulness, constipation, increased frequency of miscarriages, irregular menstrual cycles.
According to the American Association of Clinical Endocrinologists, "A dose of thyroid hormone that is too low may fail to prevent enlargement of the thyroid gland, allow symptoms of hypothyroidism to persist, and be associated with increased serum cholesterol levels, which may increase the risk for atherosclerosis and Heart disease. A dose that is too high can cause symptoms of hyperthyroidism, create excessive strain on the heart, and lead to an increased risk of developing osteoporosis."
Hypothyroidism causes you to retain water that leads to bloating.
Hypothyroidism Hyperthyroidism Grave's disease Goiter
Hypothyroidism, thyroid tumor, and hyperthyroidism.
Hypothyroidism does not cause mental "retardation". MR is caused by genetics usually. Hypothyroidism is treatable.
Well, diabetes and hypothyroidism are both autoimmune disorders. So if you have hypothyroidism and don't know it, you may get diagnosed with diabetes as well. Just look up autoimmune diseases and it will explain the link.
Infections that depress thyroid hormone production usually cause permanent hypothyroidism.
Removal of the thyroid gland because of cancer or other thyroid disorders can result in hypothyroidism.
Diabetes Dwarfism Hypothyroidism/Hyperthroidism Addison's Disease Grave's Disease
Three that come to mind are acromegaly, pituitary adenoma, and secondary hypothyroidism.
No. An overproduction of TSH would cause hyperthyroidism.
Diseases do not cause unicellular organisms; unicellular organisms cause diseases.
diabetes mellitus, hypothyroidism, hypercalcemia, ischemic heart disease, intestinal angina, certain cancers, Crohn's disease, tuberculosis, and syphilis. In addition, abdominal muscle strain, myositis, and nerve entrapment