The thyroid is a butterfly -shaped gland that occurs in our throat, in front of the throat. This gland controls the metabolism of our body i.e. how our energy will be used.

When the thyroid gland does not function properly, many problems start in the body. This situation can be of two types –

• Hypothyroidism (hypothyroidism): When thyroid hormone is reduced
• Hyperthyroidism (hyperthyroidism): When the thyroid hormone is made more, people are affected?

According to the World Health Organization (WHO) and many medical research, In India, 1 out of every 10 people are affected by thyroid.
This number is continuously increasing, especially in women, this problem is more seen.

Common symptoms of thyroid

Symptoms of hypothyroidism:

• Constant fatigue and lethargy
• Weight gain
• Chill
• Depression and mood swing
• Hair loss
• Skin dry
• Irregularity in menstrual
• Constipation complaint

Symptoms of hyperthyroidism:

• Sudden weight phenomenon
• Heartbeat
• Nervous
• Trembling of hands
• Excessive sweating
• Sleep problem
• Eye swell

Due to thyroid

• Iodine deficiency
• Genetic causes (gnetics)
• Autoimmune Disorder (eg Hashimoto's or Graves' Disease)
• Excessive stress
• hormonal imbalance
• Hormone changes during or after pregnancy

How to check thyroid?

• TSH Test (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone)
• T3 and T4 level investigation
• Sometimes Ultrasound These Thyroid scan Also needs

Treatment and avoiding

Treatment:

• Regular medicines such as doctor's advice Levothyroxine
• Periodic change in drug doses to maintain hormone balance

Avoiding and lifestyle tips:
Eat iodine -rich salt
Reduce stress – Meditation, do yoga
Keep weight control
Avoid refined sugar and processed food
Eat green vegetables and fruits
Exercise regularly
Get enough sleep

When to contact a doctor?

If you are also feeling 2-3 of the above symptoms, contact the doctor immediately and get it checked. It is very important to catch and treat the thyroid in time.

Thyroid is a common but serious disease that should not be ignored. This can be completely controlled by correct information, regular checkup and balanced lifestyle.
So be careful, be cautious – are you not a victim of thyroid?