Tag: hypothyroid
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Subclinical Hypothyroidism: Unseen Challenge in Thyroid Health
Thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3) are the main thyroid gland hormones. These thyroid hormones regulate metabolism, growth, and various bodily functions. Thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH) from the anterior pituitary gland works with T4 to maintain feedback mechanisms and homeostasis. TSH also signals the thyroid to produce thyroid hormones. If blood levels of thyroid hormones are low, […]
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PCOS and Thyroid: The Intersection Explained
Thyroid disorders and Polycystic Ovary Syndrome (PCOS) are two distinct yet often interconnected conditions. They affect a substantial number of women globally. Both conditions are rooted in hormonal imbalances. Hence, they present a complex interplay that can influence the diagnosis and management of affected individuals. Thyroid disorders, encompassing both hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism, can significantly impact […]
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Indrani’s battle against hypothyroidism and weight loss
Weighing 10 pounds at birth, Indrani Mishra had always been on the heavier side! “I can’t recall a time when I was lean or thin,” says Indrani, a 34-year-old lawyer from Asansol, West Bengal. “Hormonal imbalance caused due to hypothyroidism, and my love for junk food prevented me from controlling my eating habits, which eventually […]
