Hypothyroidism

• What is an autoimmune disease?

  A disease where the immune system attacks the body
• What is a symptom of thyroid surgery?

  Thyroid surgery can cause symptoms
• What is a symptom of thyroid disease?

  Symptoms include tiredness and sensitivity to cold
• How does thyroid disease affect sensitivity to cold?

  It increases sensitivity to cold temperatures
• What is a common symptom of constipation?

  Constipation is a symptom of thyroid disease
• What skin condition can occur with thyroid disease?

  Dry skin can occur with thyroid disease
• What is a potential effect of thyroid disease on weight?

  Weight gain can occur with thyroid disease
• What facial feature can be associated with thyroid disease?

  Puffy face can be associated with thyroid disease
• What occurs when the thyroid glands do not produce enough hormones?

  • Leads to symptoms of thyroid disease
  • Can cause fatigue and weight gain
  • Affects metabolism and energy levels
• What do blood tests help diagnose in relation to thyroid disease?

  Blood tests help diagnose thyroid hormone levels
• What is the treatment for thyroid hormone deficiency?

  Thyroid hormone medication is the treatment
• What medication is used for thyroid hormone replacement?

  Levothyroxine is used for replacement
• What is the name of the thyroid hormone medication mentioned?

  Thyroxine is the mentioned medication
• What is the purpose of thyroid hormone medication?

  To replace insufficient thyroid hormone levels
• What is the name of the hormone that is replaced in thyroid treatment?

  Thyroid hormone is replaced in treatment
• What is the effect of thyroid hormone medication on symptoms?

  It alleviates symptoms of thyroid disease
• How does thyroid hormone medication affect metabolism?

  It helps normalize metabolism rates
• What is the role of blood tests in thyroid disease management?

  They monitor hormone levels for treatment
• How does thyroid hormone medication impact overall health?

  It improves overall health by regulating hormones