All About Thyroid Dysfunction

What Is the Thyroid?

The thyroid gland is a small, butterfly-shaped gland located in the base of the neck just below the Adam's apple. Although relatively small, the thyroid gland plays a huge role in our body, influencing the function of many of the body’s most important organs, including the heart, brain, liver, kidneys and skin. Ensuring that the thyroid gland is healthy and functioning properly is vitally important to the body's overall well-being.

What Are the Early Warning Signs and Symptoms of Thyroid Problems?

Different thyroid conditions have different symptoms. However, since your thyroid has a large role in certain body systems and processes, such as heart rate, metabolism and temperature control, there are certain symptoms to look out for that could be a sign of a thyroid condition, including:

Slow or rapid heart rate.

Unexplained weight loss or weight gain.

Difficulty tolerating cold or heat.

Depression or anxiety.

Irregular menstrual periods.

If you’re experiencing any of these symptoms, talk to your healthcare provider about getting a blood test to check your thyroid function.

What can Getein do ?

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