Question 1

what are the common symptoms of thyroid problems?

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Many: Fatigue, constipation, dry skin, losing hair, weight gain-usually water weight-  are most common for underactive. Shaky, nervous, jittery, sweaty, fast heart beat, multiple bowel movements daily for overactive.  But these symptoms could all be due to other causes, so see MD &amp; get lab evaluation.

Question 2

i'm always tired an sluggish. could this be a thyroid problem?  what are the symptoms of thyroid problems?

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Possible: It's possible. Get a blood test to find out. Hypo (low) thyroid symptoms: fatigue, hair loss, hoarse voice, slower speech, depressed, brittle nails, dry skin, feeling cold, constipation, weight gain/can't lose weight...For hyper (high) thyroid: feeling nervous, fast heartbeat, weight loss, feeling hot, trouble sleeping, feeling anxious, sweating heavily, muscle weakness, frequent bowel movement...

Question 3

what are some early indicators and symptoms of thyroid problems?

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Depends: Hypothyroid-cold intolerance, lethargy, weight gain, constipation, dry skin, depression, nasal congestion, doughy skin, menstrual irregularity.  Elevated tsh

hyperthyroidism- fast heart rate, anxiety, heat intolerance, weight loss, diarrhea, tremor, menstrual irregularity.  Depressed tsh.

Question 4

can you have your thyroid blood work come back normal, but still have symptoms of thyroid problems?

Accepted Answer

Lack of specificity: Hi. There's not a single symptom associated with hypo- or hyperthyroidism that is specific to hypo- or hyperthyroidism. Therefore, it is not surprising that symptoms you thought were due to thyroid dysfunction are associated with normal thyroid function. Good luck at finding a cause if there is one!

Question 5

what r some symptoms of thyroid problems. my hair is falling out around the edges bad and i'm only 27 could that be what's causing it?

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Thyroid problem: Losing your hair may be a sign of hypothyroidism. It can be accompanied by dry skin, constipation, blood pressure changes and other signs. Evaluation by your doctor with blood work is important

Question 6

4 weeks ago i had a biopsy done on a thyroid nodule which came back clear but i feel poorly, with symptoms of thyroid problems could it have changed?

Accepted Answer

Need for evaluation: It is not clear what symptoms you have and what your thyroid related hormone levels are. Without this information is it not feasible to provide a useful suggestion. It would be prudent to see your doctor as there is no need for you endure these symptoms.

Question 7

i have all the symptoms of thyroid problems but my tests come back normal. saw my gynecologist and she found cysts? could that be why i feel sluggish?

Accepted Answer

Fatigue: unlikely the cyst is causing your symptoms. make sure you follow up with your regular physician to test for other things like anemia etc

Question 8

other questions have pointed me to thyroid issues, but could you please list some other symptoms that come with thyroid problems?

Accepted Answer

High or low?: Low: wt gain; constipation; feel cold; hair coarsens / falls out; fatigue; hoarse voice; joint pains; forgetful; no sex drive; depressed; snore more / sleep more; yawn more; worse menstrual cramps; infections harder to recover.
High: racing heart/fast pulse; tremors / shakes; feel hot; sweat more; unplanned wt loss; nervous; diarrhea; throat enlarged (/goiter). See dr. / endocrinologist for tests.

Question 9

how can you tell the difference between bipolor symptoms and thyroid problems?

Accepted Answer

Evaluation: Thyroid problems are diagnosed with a history, exam, and lab tests, possibly and ultrasound. Bipolar is diagnsed with a hisptory, exam, and ruling out other causes (like thyroid).

Question 10

i have a family history of thyroid problems! i have been tested 3 times all with a negitive result! however i have a lot of the symptoms .

Accepted Answer

Symptoms of thyroid: Disease are very non-specific; can be caused by multiple other conditions

so , if  thyroid tests truly normal, then must look for other causes!
see md.

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4 weeks ago i had a biopsy done on a thyroid nodule which came back clear but i feel poorly, with symptoms of thyroid problems could it have changed?

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I have all the symptoms of thyroid problems but my tests come back normal. saw my gynecologist and she found cysts? could that be why i feel sluggish?

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