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The Most Common Symptoms Of Hashimoto's Disease

One in seven Australians live with a thyroid issue. - by Lauren Williamson
  • 15 Feb 2018
The Most Common Symptoms Of Hashimoto's Disease

Hashimoto's disease is an autoimmune condition in which the body’s immune system attacks the thyroid gland. This leads to inflammation and destruction of thyroid tissue, reducing its ability to produce the hormones that coordinate many of the body’s essential functions.

Awareness around the disease has steadily increased, in no small part due to celebrities like Gigi Hadid opening up about their experiences with it.

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Hashimoto’s usually causes hypothyroidism – when the thyroid gland does not make enough thyroid hormone – which exhibits a range of symptoms. Around one in seven Australians suffer from a thyroid issue like Hashimoto’s but it’s estimated that a further million people are living with one undiagnosed. If you have noticed any of the following signs of the disease, speak to a medical professional.

  • Fatigue
  • Depression
  • Cold sensitivity
  • Constipation
  • Pale, dry skin
  • Brittle nails
  • Unexplained weight gain
  • Fluid retention
  • A puffy face
  • Hair loss and dryness
  • Joint pain and stiffness
  • Muscle weakness
  • Enlargement of the tongue
  • Forgetfulness
  • Enlargement of the thyroid gland (goitre)
  • In women, heavy menstrual bleeding (menorrhagia)

Sufferers can experience all or scarcely any of these symptoms, which is why proper diagnosis can take years. Fortunately, treatment – which usually includes medication with a synthetic thyroid hormone – can provide relief.

If you’d like more information on thyroid issues, the Australian Thyroid Foundation can help. Head to www.thyroidfoundation.org.au

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Lauren Williamson is the Digital Content Manager for Women's Health and Men's Health. She's an experienced journalist, editor and social media fiend who's well versed in reporting on everything from food trends to fitness, health news to haircare. She has a double degree in Journalism and Political Science.

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