| Thyroid problems are one of the most common | | | | Hashimoto's thyroiditis. This thyroid problem is |
| ailments that can affect the human body. Thyroid | | | | found commonly in women. The cause of it is |
| is an endocrine gland and produces essential | | | | mistaken identity. In it, the antibodies attack the |
| hormones like thyroxin. Hormones produced by | | | | thyroid gland. Obesity, lack of interest, sensitivity |
| thyroid gland are very crucial for the metabolism | | | | to heat and cold, and memory loss are some of |
| of the body. Hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and | | | | the common symptoms associated with |
| tumors are the most common thyroid problems. | | | | hypothyroidism. Those diagnosed with |
| Symptoms associated with thyroid problems | | | | hypothyroidism have low level of thyroxine. |
| appear slowly and is therefore often | | | | Treatment is mainly in the form of thyroid |
| misdiagnosed.Under active thyroid or | | | | hormone pill. The medication is often a life- long |
| hypothyroidism is mainly caused due to | | | | commitment, with varying doses. |