Hypothyroidism, often called underactive thyroid or low thyroid and sometimes hypothyreosis, is a common disorder of the endocrine system in which the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormone.
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· Fatigue
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· Increased sensitivity to cold
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· Constipation
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· Dry skin
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· Weight gain
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· Puffy face
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· Hoarseness
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· Muscle weakness
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· Elevated blood cholesterol level
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· Muscle aches, tenderness and stiffness
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· Pain, stiffness or swelling in your joints
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· Heavier than normal or irregular menstrual periods
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· Thinning hair
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· Slowed heart rate
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· Depression
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· Impaired memory
- Thyroid hormones TSH and T4.
- Cholesterol levels
- Complete blood count (CBC)
- Liver enzymes
- Prolactin
- Sodium
- Cortisol
Thyroxine replacement with a specific synthetic thyroid hormone (levothyroxine).
