How Do You Treat A Thyroid Disorder?
Your thyroid makes the chemicals that run your metabolism, the complex system of tissue and organ functions that control growth and development. Too little of these thyroid hormones produce a condition called hypothyroidism and too much, hyperthyroidism. These disorders in tum produce a number of symptoms that can affect how we feel and function. Left untreated, these conditions can affect basic health and behavior and, in some cases, become life-threatening. A number of treatments have been developed for each condition and have been used successfully in many cases. See your doctor if you are experiencing a swelling in the neck, called “goiter”. This is the most obvious case of hyperthyroidism, or overactive thyroid. Other symptoms include loss of weight, nervousness, rapid heart rate and palpitations and heat intolerance and excessive sweating. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include weight gain, loss of physical and intellectual vitality, slow pulse, intolerance to cold and loss of hair.
