Posted by Kristi on November 11, 2001, at 16:21:39
In reply to Re: Thyroid question?, posted by tina on November 11, 2001, at 15:19:31
Thanks alot you guys. I have just about every symptom(except weight gain) that both of you mentioned. I'll check out that link!!I have an appt. with my doc tomarrow... how do they tell? Bloodwork?
Thanks so much, Kristi
> > > Does anybody know what the symptoms of an underactive thyroid are? Curiously, Kristi
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> > The main symptoms are intolerance to cold (subjective feelings of coldness while others appear comfortable), thin dry skin, constipation, weight gain despite low caloric intake, fatigue and sleepiness. Sometimes reduced heart rate/blood pressure. Hope that helps some,
> > Mitch
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> Plus, anxiety, tremors, and in women, heavy periods. Thinning hair, hormonal changes and general irritability. You'd be amazed at how many symptoms go along with underactive thyroid.
> There is a wonderful link in the psychobabble links are that has alot of info in it. You'll find it in the main welcome text at the top of the babble page.
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