Hypothyroidism - Symptoms and Causes
Caused by a drop in production of the hormones T3 (triiodothyronine) and T4 (thyroxine) by the thyroid, hypothyroidism can cause fatigue, weight gain, cold intolerance, dry skin, hair loss, increased cholesterol levels and flow menstrual; infertility and depression. These symptoms are not always all present, which makes it necessary to search for thyroid dysfunction before any of them.
Diet for Hypothyroidism
The diagnosis of thyroid dysfunction is done with a simple blood test, dosing TSH levels (thyroid stimulating hormone). Hypothyroidism also affects newborns. In these cases, the disorder is diagnosed by the name "screening test" and the treatment should be started immediately.