Hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism occurs when your body doesnt produce enough thyroid hormones. The thyroid It releases hormones to help your body regulate and use energy.
The signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism vary from person to person.
Fatigue, depression, constipation, feeling cold, dry skin, weight gain, muscle weakness, decreased sweating, slowed heart rate, elevated blood cholesterol
Hypothyroidism is best treated by using levothyroxine (Levothroid, Levoxyl). This synthetic version of the T4 hormone copies the action of the thyroid hormone your body would normally produce.
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