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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."
What else can I help you with?
Does hypothyroidism cause bloating?
Hypothyroidism causes you to retain water that leads to bloating.
If your baby has hypothyroidism will he be mentally retarded?
Hypothyroidism does not cause mental "retardation". MR is caused by genetics usually. Hypothyroidism is treatable.
How many types of thyroid diseases are there?
Hypothyroidism, thyroid tumor, and hyperthyroidism.
What are the names of three diseases?
Hypothyroidism Hyperthyroidism Grave's disease Goiter
Are diabetes and hypothyroidism linked?
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.
How can hypothyroidism be caused by viruses and bacteria?
Infections that depress thyroid hormone production usually cause permanent hypothyroidism.
How can surgery cause hypothyroidism?
Removal of the thyroid gland because of cancer or other thyroid disorders can result in hypothyroidism.
What are the hormones that causes diseases?
Diabetes Dwarfism Hypothyroidism/Hyperthroidism Addison's Disease Grave's Disease
Does the over production of tsh cause hypothyroidism?
No. An overproduction of TSH would cause hyperthyroidism.
What diseases are associated with the pituitary gland?
Three that come to mind are acromegaly, pituitary adenoma, and secondary 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 diseases cause stomachaches?
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
