does hypothyroidism affect growth?

Question

Feel like I'm growing taller but I'm in mid 30s. Don't know exact prior height to compare. Could having hypothyroidism cause growth spurt at this age?

Answer 1

Thyroid and growth: Hypothyroidism in childhood does affect growth (slows it down) and so it should definitely be treated as soon as detected.

Answer 2

Sometimes: Hypothyroidism can cause slow growth because the thyroid gland because thyroid hormone, which is necessary to support normal growth.Thyroid hormone can also interact with growth hormone.

Answer 3

Not usually: Occasionally, hypothyroidism is caused by a temporary condition such as thyroiditis, or inflammation of the thyroid gland. Such cases usually do resolve, and the thyroid goes back to making normal amounts of thyroid hormone. Most of the time, however, the thyroid gland makes less and less thyroid hormone over time, and lifelong treatment with thyroid hormone is needed.

Answer 4

Depends: It depends on how severe it is as well as the reason one is hypothyroid. If due to a deficiency such as iodine, chances are good. If due to environmental toxicity, it depends on how well you can detox and how well your thyroid recovers. If due to autoimmune problems, it depends on how well that can be controlled.

Answer 5

Rarely : Hypothyroidism can be primary - caused by a weak thyroid gland or secondary to other hormonal problems, like a pituitary problem. Or your thyroid can become dysfunctional secondary to high insulin, estrogen or cortisol. If you have functional hypothyroidism, this problem can possibly be fixed by fixing the underlying hormonal problem. More often, you will need to take thyroid replacement.

Answer 6

Generally not: Hypothyroidism, if treated properly, shouldn't cause any problems. If you suspect hypothyroidism, see your pcp. If you have it, take your medicines as prescribed and keep routine follow up appointments for follow up lab work. Stroke is basically not problem with this disease, and would only be possible in severe and untreated hypothyroidism. Best wishes.

Answer 7

Very unlikely: The only possible connection i can see would be if your cholesterol/triglycerides were so high due to low thyroid that arteries to your brain got clogged up or that your blood pressure got so low from associated endocrine problems (such as adrenal insufficiency often accompanying severe thyroid problems) that your brain lacked adequate blood flow.

Answer 8

Lab work: You can diagnose hypothyroid by the combination of symptoms, physical signs, and most importantly, lab works.

Answer 9

Blood test: By measuring your thyroid levels along with TSH your physician can have enough data to rule in or rule out hypothyroidism. If your family history is positive for thyroid disease, you may ask for thyroid antibodies to be checked as well.

Answer 10

Sometimes: Depends on the cause of your hypothyroidism. Congenital hypothyroidism (since birth) is less hereditable than acquired (latter in life) hypothyridism.

Answer 11

Sort of: If you are genetically predisposed to having thyroid problems that genetic predisposition could be hereditary. But actual chance of developing problems also depends on other factors such as environmental exposure and lifestyle.

Answer 12

No: Hypothyroid is very curable. As long as you take the right amount of thyroid hormone replacement, you should not be hypothyroid anymore.

Answer 13

Depends: If due to deficiency or toxicity there is greater chance of recovery if the root problem is addressed.

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