24/03/2024
Ever wondered if there's something wrong with your thyroid?
🦋 Your thyroid is a glad located in your neck which is shaped a bit like a butterfly. The thyroid produces two different hormones in response to the release of Thyroid Stimulating Hormone (TSH) from the brain.
Broadly speaking your thyroid can be either overactive or under active.
Any issues with the thyroid can cause fatigue, irregular menstruations, sensitivity to temperature and enlargement of the thyroid gland.
An overactive thyroid known as hyperthyroidism is identified when there is an excess of thyroid hormones. It can cause symptoms such as sensitivity to heat, unintended weight loss, increased appetite, anxiety and irritability, poor sleep, irregular heartbeat, muscle weakness, increased sweating, short and light periods, frequent bowel movements, brittle hair and nails.
On the other hand an under active thyroid referred to as hypothyroidism can cause symptoms including weight gain, muscle and joint aches and pains, dry skin, sensitivity to cold, constipation, swollen and puffy face, slow heart rate, high cholesterol, long and irregular periods, memory impairment, brian fog and depression. This occurs when the thyroid produces less than the required amount of thyroid hormones.
🩸Thyroid health can be checked with a simple blood test. Take control of your health! Get a finger prick thyroid blood test done conveniently and privately. Rapid results means you could have all the answers you need in less than a week. Skip the hassle of long waiting lists.
🔬 Don't wait on your health, book your private thyroid blood test today!
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