Hypothyroidism means the gland doesn't produce enough hormones — everything in the body slows down. More common in women.
Common Symptoms:
- Fatigue and exhaustion: Constant tiredness despite adequate sleep — most common symptom.
- Weight gain: 3-5 kg gain without dietary change — due to slow metabolism.
- Feeling cold: Constant coldness even in temperate weather.
- Constipation: Slow gut motility.
- Dry skin: Rough, flaky skin.
- Hair loss: Especially the outer third of eyebrows.
- Depression and forgetfulness: Slow thinking and poor concentration.
- Muscle pain: Stiffness and pain in muscles and joints.
- Menstrual irregularities: Heavy or irregular periods in women.
- Facial puffiness: Especially around the eyes in the morning.
Diagnosis:
Simple blood test: High TSH + Low T4 = confirmed hypothyroidism.
At BEIT TARIQ Center, we test thyroid function accurately and start treatment early to prevent complications.