Thyroid Related Disorders

Description

The thyroid gland is a small, butterfly-shaped gland responds to stimulation by thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH), a hormone secreted by the pituitary gland. When stimulated, the thyroid gland produces two main hormones: thyroxine (T4), a thyroid hormone named for its four molecules of iodine, and triiodothyronine (T3), a thyroid hormone named for its three molecules of iodine. T3 is the most predominant and active form of thyroid hormone that the body can use. The cpmmon disorders are:

a) Hypothyroidism

b) Hyperthyroidism

c) Grave disease 

Contributing Factors

1) Nutrient deficiency

2) Increased thyroid binding proteins

3) Overconversion or underconversion of T3

4) Anterior pituitary

5) Autoimmune condition

Common Symptoms

Hypothyroidism                                                    Hyperthyroidism

Fatigue                                                                 Heat intolerance, sweating

Forgetfulness                                                    Weight loss

Depression                                                         Alterations in appetite

Heavy menses                                                   Frequent bowel movements

Dry, coarse hair                                                 Changes in vision

Mood swings                                                      Fatigue and muscle weakness

Weight gain                                                        Menstrual disturbance

Hoarse voice                                                       Impaired fertility

Dry, coarse skin                                                   Mental disturbances

Constipation                                                        Sleep disturbances