Is Your Thyroid In Working Order?

Given that thyroid imbalances are not usually preventable, the best defense is to catch and treat problems early by recognizing the warning signs. If you suffer from a number of the following symptoms, talk to your health care practitioner about thyroid testing.

Hypothyroid Symptoms
Constipation / Dry skin / Decreased libido / Depression / Difficulty concentrating / Memory loss / Fatigue / Feeling cold / Goiter / Headaches / Irregular menstrual periods (long, heavy) / Irritability / Slow healing / Slow pulse / Water retention / Weight gain

Hyperthyroid Symptoms
Anxiety or nervousness / Bulging eyes / Diarrhea / Enlarged thyroid gland / Excessive sweating / Hair loss / Increased hunger / Insomnia / Irregular menstrual period (short, light) / Irritability / Rapid heart rate / Heart palpitations / Trembling hands / Weight loss