Do you feel terribly tired even after waking up to an 8 to 9-hour sleep? Nope, not the manic Monday feeling, but yeah similar to that? Don’t crucify yourself for being a slacker because it could be your thyroid flaring up. This feeling could be associated with other diseases but critically inclined with having a low thyroid hormone level.
4. Recurring constipation problems
As described earlier, one of the common signs of people with low thyroid levels has issues with their bowel movements. If it has been going on for quite a while now, you might want to check your thyroid.
3. Palpitations
Palpitating over coffee or medicines could be normal. But, if you’re palpitating all of a sudden – like you’re skipping a heartbeat or two – could be a symptom of hyperthyroidism. It might be your thyroid producing too many hormones in the bloodstream.
2. PCOS or Irregular menstruation
Fact: all hormones are intricately connected. So, if one is missing or acting up, everything gets messed up! And since our thyroid gland is responsible for controlling our hormones, heartbeat, and metabolism, women with irregular menses could be suffering from either hypo or hyperthyroidism. If you are profusely and have painful bleeding, it is often associated with hypothyroidism, while shorter, lighter or infrequent menstruation can be associated with hyperthyroidism. PCOS or PolyCystic Ovarian Syndrome is a common disease with women who have thyroid problems.
Infertility can also be associated with undiagnosed thyroid conditions. So, this fertility massage may come in handy.
We often use the thyroid issue as an excuse for weight gain. But, it could be scientifically and medically true. People with hypothyroidism are a potential reason for this. As explained earlier, hypothyroid produces very low thyroid hormone levels to our body. Therefore, it doesn’t digest the food right away. Hence, the weight gain. Hyperthyroidism, on the other hand, demonstrates the weight loss. These are the people that even if they eat a lot, they are still thin as the hormones act fast in metabolizing the food.
How do we find out our thyroid is acting up?
To rule out all the above-mentioned signs, one must undergo series of vital tests. These are:
TSH
T3, T4
Prolactin
HB1ac – this will determine if your blood sugar is controlled or not for the past 3 months
or FBS or Fasting Blood Sugar
Other tests mentioned by Huffington Post Canada are:
Anti-TPO
Anti-thyroglobulin
Micronutrient analysis (intracellular)
Basal Body Temperature
Succinctly, these tests are crucial in understanding or assessing your condition. Of course, visit your doctor regularly.
Over To You
If there’s one thing I realized last week, it would be health isn’t valued until sickness comes. I underestimated my instincts. I feared the fact that there are heaps of options to be “wealthy.” The quality of life depends on your ability to commit to healthy living. The common misconception of healthy living is to NOT meat, cakes, spaghetti, etc. You still CAN, but in moderation. Ultimately, find an exercise routine that you’re happy and comfortable with. Who cares what other people think if you’re not at a gym? As long as you are giving yourself 30 minutes a day, is better than no exercise at all!
So, have you got anything to add? Any advice you’d like to share? Leave a comment below!
Millie is currently working as the Features Editor for WhenInManila.com. She loves to collaborate, organize workshops, photography, cook, and eat. When she’s not busy, she reads and travels with the family to discover beautiful places. She also believes that it is only when you get out of your comfort zone that you will truly realize who you are.
Health: 8 Signs Your Thyroid Needs to be Checked ASAP
5. You feel sluggish
Do you feel terribly tired even after waking up to an 8 to 9-hour sleep? Nope, not the manic Monday feeling, but yeah similar to that? Don’t crucify yourself for being a slacker because it could be your thyroid flaring up. This feeling could be associated with other diseases but critically inclined with having a low thyroid hormone level.
4. Recurring constipation problems
As described earlier, one of the common signs of people with low thyroid levels has issues with their bowel movements. If it has been going on for quite a while now, you might want to check your thyroid.
3. Palpitations
Palpitating over coffee or medicines could be normal. But, if you’re palpitating all of a sudden – like you’re skipping a heartbeat or two – could be a symptom of hyperthyroidism. It might be your thyroid producing too many hormones in the bloodstream.
2. PCOS or Irregular menstruation
Fact: all hormones are intricately connected. So, if one is missing or acting up, everything gets messed up! And since our thyroid gland is responsible for controlling our hormones, heartbeat, and metabolism, women with irregular menses could be suffering from either hypo or hyperthyroidism. If you are profusely and have painful bleeding, it is often associated with hypothyroidism, while shorter, lighter or infrequent menstruation can be associated with hyperthyroidism. PCOS or PolyCystic Ovarian Syndrome is a common disease with women who have thyroid problems.
Infertility can also be associated with undiagnosed thyroid conditions. So, this fertility massage may come in handy.
Related topic: Women with PCOS: 5 Ways to Induce Your Period the Natural Way
1. Rapid weight gain/loss
We often use the thyroid issue as an excuse for weight gain. But, it could be scientifically and medically true. People with hypothyroidism are a potential reason for this. As explained earlier, hypothyroid produces very low thyroid hormone levels to our body. Therefore, it doesn’t digest the food right away. Hence, the weight gain. Hyperthyroidism, on the other hand, demonstrates the weight loss. These are the people that even if they eat a lot, they are still thin as the hormones act fast in metabolizing the food.
How do we find out our thyroid is acting up?
To rule out all the above-mentioned signs, one must undergo series of vital tests. These are:
Other tests mentioned by Huffington Post Canada are:
Succinctly, these tests are crucial in understanding or assessing your condition. Of course, visit your doctor regularly.
Over To You
If there’s one thing I realized last week, it would be health isn’t valued until sickness comes. I underestimated my instincts. I feared the fact that there are heaps of options to be “wealthy.” The quality of life depends on your ability to commit to healthy living. The common misconception of healthy living is to NOT meat, cakes, spaghetti, etc. You still CAN, but in moderation. Ultimately, find an exercise routine that you’re happy and comfortable with. Who cares what other people think if you’re not at a gym? As long as you are giving yourself 30 minutes a day, is better than no exercise at all!
So, have you got anything to add? Any advice you’d like to share? Leave a comment below!
About The Author
Millie is currently working as the Features Editor for WhenInManila.com. She loves to collaborate, organize workshops, photography, cook, and eat. When she’s not busy, she reads and travels with the family to discover beautiful places. She also believes that it is only when you get out of your comfort zone that you will truly realize who you are.
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