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The thyroid is the most commonly heard problem now a day’s, especially in women. Thyroid cases are rapidly increasing and the nightmare is that most of the women don’t know that they have thyroid and it is being the most under-diagnosed health issue. Though thyroid is also seen in men but is more common in women. Women with thyroid endure early warning signs like irregular menstruation, insomnia, hair thinning, weight gain and many others. Thyroid works as the major risk factor for infertility. Knowing about the thyroid, its symptoms and causes help to control this condition to some extent.

About Thyroid?

Thyroid basically is a butterfly-shaped endocrine gland which controls major key functions in our body like our metabolism, growth and development and many others by producing thyroid hormones. The thyroid gland produces hormones named are thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3) which helps all the cells in our body to work properly and also helps in growth and development of brain, hair, and bones, maintains body weight, regulating body temperature and energy levels. Any abnormalities in the production and level of these two thyroid hormones or thyroid gland lead to thyroid disorders.

Types of Thyroid disorders

There are different types of thyroid disorders namely

Hyperthyroidism- Excess production of thyroid hormones is treated as Hyperthyroidism.

Excess production of thyroid hormones is treated as Hyperthyroidism. Hypothyroidism- Lack of enough thyroid hormones or when the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormones, it is treated as Hypothyroidism.

Lack of enough thyroid hormones or when the thyroid gland does not produce enough thyroid hormones, it is treated as Hypothyroidism. Goiter- Enlargement of the thyroid gland is termed as Goiter.

Enlargement of the thyroid gland is termed as Goiter. Thyroid Nodules- Presence of lumps in the thyroid gland is termed as thyroid nodules.

Presence of lumps in the thyroid gland is termed as thyroid nodules. Thyroiditis or Acute infectious thyroiditis (AIT) – inflammation or swelling of the thyroid gland due to bacterial infection is termed as thyroiditis.

inflammation or swelling of the thyroid gland due to bacterial infection is termed as thyroiditis. Thyroid cancer

Causes of Thyroid disorders

Several factors can trigger thyroid disorders starting from our lifestyle, to eating habits to few health conditions. Below I have mentioned a few common causes of thyroid disorders

Genetics

Iodine deficiency

Malfunctioning of the pituitary gland

Smoking

Hashimoto’s thyroiditis

Graves disease

Toxic adenomas

Loss of thyroid tissue

Along with the above causes, few other factors like aging, hormonal imbalance, diabetes, and gender (being women) acts as risk factors for thyroid disorders.

Symptoms of Thyroid disorders

Symptoms of thyroid disorders differ for each type of thyroid disorders.

Symptoms of Hyperthyroidism

Weight loss

Fast heartbeat

Weakness and nervousness

Lack of concentration

Excess sweating

Frequent bowel movements

Heat intolerance

Symptoms of Hypothyroidism

Weight gain

Dry skin

Constipation

Fluid retention

Puffy face

Heavy menstruation

Hair loss

Getting tired easily

Symptoms of Goiter

In severe cases of goiter, people face difficulty swallowing due to the swollen thyroid gland, increased pressure in throat and coughing.

Symptoms of Thyroid Nodules

If the nodules grow big, they lead to difficulty in breathing and swallowing.

How homeopathy treatment control Thyroid disorders

Homeopathy treatment for Thyroid disorders is highly recommended, as unlike other conventional treatments, it does not include lifelong medication for thyroid. Homeopathy uses natural remedies which are effective and at the same time works by regularising the production of thyroid hormones and the functioning of the thyroid gland. These homeopathic remedies for thyroid are safe and free from side effects as they are made of using natural substances.