On the World Thyroid Day, why women are more likely to get it
The World Thyroid Day is recognized globally as a day of thyroid awareness, where different types of thyroid disorders are found.
What are thyroid disorders?
These disorders are usually caused by hyperthyroidism or non-functioning, and more common thyroid diseases according to the site report "boldsky" include:
Hyperthyroidism (hyperthyroidism).
Hypothyroidism (abnormally low thyroid activity).
Thyroiditis (thyroid inflammation), thyroid hyperplasia, and thyroid cancer.
Why women are more susceptible to thyroid disorders
Thyroid problems are especially common in women, due to the fact that a woman's body is more prone to hormonal imbalances than her male counterparts, that women are more sensitive to hormonal changes and any sign of iodine deficiency can further complicate the female thyroid system.
Pregnant women are more susceptible to thyroid disorders, especially if the thyroid gland is overactive or inactive, and may also occur due to imbalance in the levels of hormones in the body of the woman, abnormal menstruation, unbalanced or non-existent ovulation cycle, formation of blemishes on the ovaries, inflammation Postpartum thyroid, abortion, premature birth, stillbirth, postpartum hemorrhage, and early onset of menopause.
Iodine deficiency can easily be avoided through routine control and exercise. To prevent thyroid problems, the recommended daily intake of iodine is 150 micrograms daily for most adults. For pregnant or lactating women, the requirements are higher.
Symptoms of hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism occurs because the thyroid gland begins to produce an insufficient amount of thyroid hormone, and develops due to problems within the thyroid, pituitary or hypothalamus.
Some common symptoms of hypothyroidism are:
- fatigue.
- Weak focus.
- skin dryness.
- Constipation.
- feeling cold.
- Fluid retention and weight gain.
- Muscle and joint pain.
- depression.
- Hair loss.
- Prolonged or excessive bleeding in women.
- Menopause can cause the menstrual cycle to stop for several months or more.
In most cases thyroid disorders can be well treated by medical treatment and some cases may require surgery.
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