What happens when the thyroid gland becomes underactive?
When the gland becomes underactive the thyroid gland produces less thyroid hormone which results in a general slowing down both physically and mentally. When the thyroid gland is underactive you may experience a number of symptoms. Some of the more common symptoms are listed below Loss of energy General tiredness Dislike of cold Tremor Weight gain and bloating Slow pulse Constipation Muscle weakness Dry skin and hair Hoarse voice Each patient is different and you may experience only a few of these symptoms What effect does underactivity of the thyroid have on my baby? If the underactivity is not corrected then there is a risk of miscarriage and your baby may be smaller than expected. What causes underactivity of the thyroid gland? Underactivity of the thyroid gland may be caused by an “autoimmune condition” This means that cells which normally protect the body from infection develop a “fault” and begin to recognise the thyroid gland as foreign material and attack it. This damages the t
