Thyroid Disease

Hypothyroidism and menopause

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Hypothyroidism is a violation of the thyroid gland associated with the onset of the climatic period in women. At the time of menopause in the body, characteristic changes occur, which can not be avoided by anyone. As a result, hormonal and endocrine systems may suffer. The general physical well-being of a woman deteriorates, she becomes nervous and unduly susceptible to any negative factors. Symptoms of hypothyroidism in women who are in menopause need to know in advance in order to pay attention in time and begin treatment.

Hypothyroidism and menopause

Symptoms of

Signs of developing hypothyroidism are quite vivid and pronounced, they are quite difficult to ignore. It is impossible not to attach any importance to severe indispositions. A woman should be careful, attentive to her own state of health.

  • Disturbance of metabolic processes

Normally a person should not notice the occurring metabolic processes in his or her own body. They tend to flow in an inconspicuous way. Hypothyroidism is often accompanied by a metabolic disorder. As a result, there are pronounced fluctuations in weight, changes in appetite and even attitudes toward the process of eating in general.

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Even if a woman eats, as usual, the weight may unexpectedly begin to increase. Of course, such a fact can not but upset. What happens often makes you stop believing in your own strengths and possibilities. Meanwhile, you can not despair. It is important to maintain a positive attitude in any case. Only an unrivaled belief in yourself will help to keep an optimistic view of the future.

  • Thyroid enlargement

In some cases, even with the naked eye, it can be seen that a person has a certain kind of thyroid problems and at least requires qualified treatment. Women in the climatic period are at risk.

Of course, adverse changes in your body can be noticed on your own, without even resorting to the help of a doctor. When the goiter begins to grow, additional symptoms appear. The thyroid gland grows in size and delivers any anxiety to its possessor. Climax, as everyone knows, does not please anyone. Almost all women experience some or other manifestation of the problem on the background of pronounced hormonal changes.

Hypothyroidism and menopause

  • Deterioration of hair and skin condition

With climax, a woman, like never before, begins to notice how quickly time passes. She begins to feel that she is much older and has lost her attractiveness. This understanding comes suddenly and overwhelms its disappointment. Many people begin to suffer from anguish, regrets about the deceased youth. It seems that all the best and interesting is already behind, and ahead only old age, chronic ailments and despair are waiting.

Skin and hair condition deteriorates noticeably. In most cases, a woman starts to make claims about her own appearance, remains unhappy with the way she looks. In many respects the appearance of an unhealthy species indicates that there are some violations and malfunctions in the body. It is extremely important for a woman to remain beautiful and attractive, so she is ready to do anything to prolong her youth and freshness. It is worth paying attention to the changes that are taking place to immediately begin treatment when it is really needed.

  • Constipation or diarrhea

Hypothyroidism is often accompanied by impaired digestion. The gastrointestinal tract begins to suffer. The woman suddenly has problems associated with defecation. Constipation and diarrhea can alternate, bringing a lot of grief and trouble. One should not think that if difficulties of this kind have begun, then there is nothing to be done about it.

As a treatment, sometimes it is enough to change a little food, to correct your way of life. Of course, it is better to seek the advice of a highly qualified specialist. Indigestion associated with the process of digestion, can indicate the existing diseases in the gastrointestinal tract.

Hypothyroidism and menopause

  • Heart Problems

Sudden attacks of palpitations, tachycardia or unexplained chest pains can also indicate a malfunction in the body. Hypothyroidism manifests itself in this way. The woman suddenly has heart problems, even if she did not care about anything before. At this point, it's just necessary to start attentively to your own health and try not to allow the development of complications. The cardiovascular system in women becomes quite vulnerable when the moment of menopause approaches.

  • Rapid freezing of

A woman in the climatic period begins to experience even small fluctuations in temperature. It freezes fairly quickly, even when the weather is rather warm outside. At this moment it is important to take care of yourself, try not to let hypothermia. Periodic freezing threatens with frequent colds, decreased immunity.

  • Feeling of weakness

At the emotional level, a woman is worried about feeling depressed. The reason often remains hidden from it itself, unrecognizable at the external level. She feels universal fatigue, apathy, reluctance to engage in routine routine matters. Official duties at this moment become really a burden, and sometimes simply unbearable. Even that which used to inspire and bring joy, is now perceived in a completely different way, through the prism of its own depression.

The attitude to life also changes. A person loses faith in himself, his optimism and optimistic expectations. The woman begins to feel that she lived in vain life, built it not as originally wanted in her youth. The mental state is experiencing a very strong period of confusion - these are signs of a complicated menopause. Such emotional manifestations are also symptoms of hypothyroidism, although they are not directly related to physical well-being.

Hypothyroidism and menopause

  • Depressive state

Depression itself does not endanger life. People do not die from this, they do not cease to exist. However, it undermines mental health, a person's belief in himself and his own abilities. Treatment should begin with the realization of one's unhappiness.

Hypothyroidism in a woman is sometimes manifested through depressive disorders, which, as a rule, are not due to external circumstances. From the outside, she seems calm and contented, but in fact, from within she feels a sense of dumb desperation. Sometimes a person can not explain to himself what is happening to him. Not everyone can consult a doctor, observing signs of depression, but it is absolutely necessary. A sense of inner emptiness and impotence can be associated with women's health problems.

Thus, hypothyroidism during menopause in women has a different symptomatology. It is important to be able to listen to yourself, so as not to miss the first alarming "bells".Hypothyroidism necessarily needs medical attention. It is necessary to visit at least two specialists - an endocrinologist and a gynecologist.

With the onset of menopause a woman should begin to closely monitor their physical and mental state. Take care of your health and remember that you need to take care of yourself. A quivering attitude to one's own well-being will allow to prolong youth and preserve a blossoming appearance for a long time.

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