Thyroid Disease

If your thyroid becomes overactive (hyperthyroidism), underactive (hypothyroidism) you could experience a range of health problems. Hyperthyroidism is when the thyroid is overactive and makes too much thyroid hormone. Hypothyroidism is when the thyroid is underactive and does not make enough thyroid hormone.

The most common symptoms of hyperthyroidism are:

• Feeling anxious or nervous
• Being unable to tolerate heat
• Having heart palpitations
• Feeling tired and losing weight, even if you’re eating the same amount of food

Hypothyroidism can go on for years without showing any signs. When symptoms do appear, they can be quite varied and can include:

• Fatigue
• Being unable to tolerate the cold
• Constipation
• Dry skin
• Weight gain
• Poor memory
• Depression