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It's easy to overlook issues with your thyroid gland. After all, it's not unusual to feel tired if you have a busy, hectic life. When fatigue is 
coupled with sudden weight loss/gain, palpitations, gastrointestinal issues, or changes in your skin or nails, however, there is a good chance that a thyroid disorder may be to blame. Fortunately, your Washington, DC, ENT, Dr. William Bond, diagnoses thyroid disorders and offers treatments that will help you manage your condition. Read on to learn more!
Hyperthyroidism symptoms
Hyperthyroidism occurs due to an overproduction of hormones produced by your thyroid gland. This small, butterfly-shaped gland is located in the lower part of your neck above your collarbones.
If you have hyperthyroidism, the gland can become enlarged, although you may still experience symptoms even if the thyroid gland isn't enlarged. Overproduction of thyroid hormones can cause heart palpitations or irregular/rapid heartbeat. Your metabolism may also change, resulting in sudden, unexplained weight loss.
Other symptoms can include:
- Thin skin
- Hunger
- Insomnia
- Sweating
- Fatigue
- Bulging eyes
- Changes to your menstrual cycle
- Hot flashes
- Frequent bowel movements
- Anxiety
- Nervousness
- Hand tremor
- Sweating
- Brittle hair
- Bulging eyes
Hypothyroidism symptoms
Hypothyroidism occurs when thyroid hormone levels drop. Lower-than-normal hormone production can cause you to gain weight even though you haven't been eating any more than usual.
Many people who have hypothyroidism report that their joints hurt and their muscles ache and feel stiff and weak. Decreased hormone production can also cause sensitivity to cold temperatures and hoarseness. Furthermore, without sufficient thyroid hormones, your skin can become dry and itchy, and your nails may break easily.
Fatigue can be an issue, as can memory issues and depression. Other symptoms may include constipation, menstrual changes, enlarged thyroid, or a puffy face.
Thyroid disorder treatment options
Treatments vary depending on the type of thyroid disorder. If you have hypothyroidism, your Washington ENT may prescribe a synthetic thyroid hormone.
Hyperthyroidism can be treated with medication to suppress the effects of the excess hormones. Radioactive iodine treatment to destroy the thyroid gland or surgery to remove it may be recommended in some cases. If your gland is destroyed or removed, you'll need to take thyroid hormone medication daily.
Although thyroid disorders may make your life miserable initially, treatments can restore your normal hormonal balance and relieve your symptoms!
Concerned? Give us a call
Do you have any of the symptoms of a thyroid disorder? If so, call your Washington, DC, ENT, Dr. William Bond, at (202) 726-7770 to schedule an appointment.
