Thyroid hormone affects muscle metabolism, determines metabolic rate, and energy utilization by tissue. If thyroid is low, you may not be able to build muscle and may feel tired or sluggish. Decreased T3 production may raise low-density lipoprotein (LDL) levels. Research is pointing to a link between fibromyalgia and hypothyroidism. Thyroid hormones decrease Cortisol, so make sure your cortisol level is within acceptable limits prior to taking thyroid medication. Hypothyroidism: low thyroid
There are many things to consider with a diagnosis of hypothyroidism. If a patient is receiving estrogen supplementation, she should monitor her levels, as a high estradiol or estriol level may decrease thyroid function. Thyroid hormone directly interacts with cortisol, progesterone and the estrogens, therefore all levels must be monitored. The following are some of the symptoms of hypothyroidism (low thyroid):
- Depression
- Weight gain
- Constipation
- Headache
- Brittle nails
- Rough, dry skin
- Menstrual irregularities
- Fluid retention
- Poor circulation
- Swollen eyelids
- Puffy face
- Swollen legs, feet, hands
- Diffuse hair loss
- Elbow keratosis
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- Sparse, coarse, dry hair Thinning scalp hair
- Slow speech
- Anxiety/panic attacks
- Decreased memory
- Inability to concentrate
- Muscle and joint pain
- General aches and pains Morning stiffness
- Fibromyalgia
- Slow movements
- Decreased sexual interest
- Cold intolerance
- Cold hands and feet
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- Low body temperature
- Insomnia
- Fatigue
- Hoarse, husky voice
- Low blood pressure
- Reduced heart rate
- Heart palpitations
- Muscle weakness
- Dull facial expression
- Yellowish color of the skin
- Infertility
- Drooping eyelids
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
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