Articles — hyperthyroid

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, heart disease is the leading cause of death in the United States. With thyroid disease on the rise, more and more Americans suffering from fatigue, depression, anxiety, sluggishness, and stubborn weight gain are asking themselves “Could it be my thyroid?” Although they may not always be right, it would certainly not hurt to get it checked as thyroid disease is so underdiagnosed and misunderstood. Knowing this, I feel it would be of tremendous value to present research-backed information on the thyroid and heart connection. Being aware of your health risks is...

Did you know that thyroid hormone unbalance may have a direct effect on the brain chemicals that regulate sexual interest? Hyperthyroidism can cause a hypomanic state that increases sexuality in women. A hyperthyroid man, on the other hand, can lose the patience to engage in foreplay. Hypothyroidism in women causes the decrease in estrogen levels, often leading to a lack of sexual interest. Similarly, hypothyroidism affects men by decreasing overall desire and the number of sexual fantasies they have. Both sexes can be affected by fatigue, making them too tired to engage in sex. If hypothyroidism were to occur with...

Hypothyroidism Hypothyroidism decreases and slows down the GI tract movement, and this often results in constipation. Other GI problems that can be caused by hypothyroidism are IBS and even intestinal obstruction, in severe cases of hypothyroidism. Hyperthyroidism Hyperthyroidism (too much thyroid hormone in your system) can cause multiple digestive system malfunctions. It can affect the functioning of the muscles of the esophagus, and can cause abdominal pain and difficulty swallowing. Too much thyroid hormone can also alter the emptying of the stomach after food consumption, and this can cause you to have nausea and even vomiting. Hyperthyroidism can also make...