Treating Hypothyroidism

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Do these symptoms sound familiar to you? Depression, hair loss, fatigue, dry skin, or even having a tough time losing weight? These symptoms are most likely familiar to those who have gone through menopause, but these symptoms can also point to other conditions, including hypothyroidism. Both men and women can develop hypothyroidism, although it is much more common among women. Hypothyroidism is when a person’s thyroid hormone production is below normal. If left untreated, hypothyroidism may increase the risk of other serious conditions such as cardiovascular disease, infertility, and osteoporosis. Getting a full thyroid panel done is the best way to both diagnose whether you could be suffering from hypothyroidism and to come up with the best course of treatment. Hypothyroidism has no cure, but it can be managed with proper treatment—your best bet is to find a physician with advanced training in hormone therapy. Read more…

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