The function of the thyroid gland is difficult to overestimate. This small organ, resembling a butterfly and located in the neck, "conducts" the work of almost all body systems. So what problems can cause diseases of this irreplaceable organ called the thyroid gland? Hypothyroidism is one of them. It will be discussed in this article.
Decreased thyroid function. Cause and effect
So, the timely and sufficient intake of thyroid hormones into the body depends on the stable functioning of the thyroid gland. Decreased thyroid function is called hypothyroidism. There are primary and secondary varieties. If during examination by an endocrinologist it is established that the thyroid gland is affected, the hypothyroidism is primary. Ifthe thyroid gland is normal, and tests show the presence of hormonal changes, then we should talk about another type of disease - its secondary form that occurs when the functions of the pituitary gland or hypothalamus are impaired.
So how does hypothyroidism manifest itself? Its symptoms are so varied that it is not always possible to suspect it at the first visit to the doctor.
So:
- constant weakness;
- puffiness;
- GI disorders (constipation, flatulence);
- dry skin and dull hair -
these are only external manifestations of hypothyroidism.
Sick thyroid gland - hypothyroidism - can lead to serious damage to the cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, nervous system (neurosis, depression, memory loss, panic attacks, etc.).
For diagnosis, ultrasound is prescribed - an examination of the parathyroid and thyroid glands. You also need to take tests for the content of hormones TSH, T3, T4, and antibodies - ATTG. This is the minimum set of markers, the doctor may prescribe additional studies.
Self-treatment is unacceptable
Remember that in any form of the disease, regardless of how the thyroid gland is affected, hypothyroidism is treated only with medication. According to the results of the examination, the doctor prescribes hormonal therapy, which almost completely removes the symptoms of the disease. No folk methods giventhe disease is not treated!
Features of the menu of a patient with hypothyroidism
Nutrition for hypothyroidism of the thyroid gland should be frequent and fractional. Eliminate fatty, fried, flour. Starchy vegetables (potatoes, for example) include in the menu as little as possible. Give preference to fish, seafood, low-fat varieties of poultry. Vegetables should be in the diet without fail. Fresh, steamed, boiled - every day at least 3 servings of vegetables (portion - about 100-150 grams) should be on the menu of a patient with hypothyroidism.
Such restrictions and prescriptions are connected with the peculiarities of the metabolism of persons suffering from this disease. Weight gain, swelling, constipation are symptoms of hypothyroidism that can and should be corrected by proper nutrition.
And at the end of the article I would like to say: if you are concerned about any unpleasant symptoms - do not postpone a visit to the doctor, do not wait for it to go away by itself, do not self-medicate. Don't risk your most precious thing - your he alth!
