Hypothyroidism: How To Spot The Signs And How The Condition Is Diagnosed - Kristeen Cherney
Hypothyroidism, also called low or underactive thyroid, is a relatively common condition that develops when your thyroid – a butterfly-shaped gland located at the bottom-front of your neck – doesn’t produce enough hormones. The most common hypothyroid symptoms are fatigue, cold intolerance, constipation, slower metabolism, and dry skin, while more surprising signs may be a slower heart rate, joint and muscle pain, and dry or puffy skin, said Gregory Dodell, MD, assistant clinical professor of medicine, endocrinology, diabetes, and bone disease at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai. Some people might experience one symptom but not the others. The key to determining whether you might have hypothyroidism is the longevity of your symptoms.
- Gregory Dodell, MD, Assistant Clinical Professor, Medicine, Endocrinology, Diabetes and Bone Disease, Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai
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