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Hypothyroidism is when the thyroid has abnormally low activity, resulting in the slowing of mental development. Often, this is a result of a deficiency of iodine.
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∙ 9y ago
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∙ 13y agoWomen are more likely to develop the disease after age 50; men, after age 60. Obesity also increases risk.
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∙ 11y agoHypothyroidism has many causes, the most usual being a deficiency in iodine. The condition is also associated with stress and impaired thyroid function.
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Does hypothyroidism cause bloating?
Hypothyroidism causes you to retain water that leads to bloating.
Causes of high TSH?
hypothyroidism
Deficiency of which mineral causes dwarfism and hypothyroidism?
Dwarfism is zinc deficiency. hypothyroidism is iodine deficiency.
What causes chills headache constipation and tingling in the penis?
Have your thyroid levels checked. Cold sensitivity and ED are common symptoms of hypothyroidism.
How do you get hypothyroidism disorder?
Here are some causes for hypothyroidism■ Autoimmune disease.■ Surgery on the thyroid gland■ Radiation treatment■ Congenital hypothyroidism■ Thyroiditis■ Medicines■ Too much or too little iodine■ Damage to the pituitary gland■ Rare disorders
What are the causes of sleeping too much?
Hypothyroidism. Sleep apnea. Depression. Narcolepsy. too name a few
Can you have a stroke from hypothyroidism?
Articles and resources on hypothyroidism causes, <a href='http://www.hypothyroidismcenter.com/hypothyroidism-treatments/'>hypothyroid treatments</a>, natural treatments, special womens concerns and hypothroidism friendly diets.
What are the causes of delayed ankle reflex relaxation?
hypothyroidism .pregnancy . ankle odema
What kinds of hypothydroidism are there?
There are three types of hypothyroidism. The most common is primary hypothyroidism, in which the thyroid doesn't produce an adequate amount of T4.
What are the most common hypothyroidism symptoms?
Fatigue, weakness, dry hair, dry skin, hair loss, muscle cramps, constipation, depression, irritability, and memory loss are all common symptoms of hypothyroidism.
Does hypothyroidism cause you to gain weight?
Some patients report weight gain with subclinical hypothyroidism. Although the T4 is normal in subclinical hypothyroidism by definition, some patients report symptoms with only the elevated TSH.
What are the hormones that causes diseases?
Diabetes Dwarfism Hypothyroidism/Hyperthroidism Addison's Disease Grave's Disease
