Thyroid ek chhota gland hai, par metabolism, energy, weight, mood, aur hair/skin par big impact dalta hai. Most common issues: hypothyroid (thyroid slow) aur hyperthyroid (thyroid fast).
Hypothyroid symptoms:
Thakaan, weight gain, constipation, cold intolerance, hair fall, dry skin, low mood.
Hyperthyroid symptoms:
Weight loss, anxiety, palpitations, sweating, tremors, sleep issues.
Tests me usually TSH first marker hota hai. High TSH often hypothyroid indicate karta hai; low TSH hyperthyroid. T3/T4 actual hormone levels batate hain. Kabhi-kabhi subclinical cases me symptoms mild hote hain, par TSH abnormal aata hai.
Lifestyle role supportive hai—treatment ka replacement nahi. Balanced diet, adequate protein, sleep, stress control thyroid symptoms ko manage karne me help karte hain. Iodine important hai, but excess iodine bhi problem create kar sakta hai—random supplements avoid.
When to see doctor:
Persistent fatigue, unexplained weight changes, irregular periods, heart palpitations, family history. Thyroid medication consistency se kaam karti hai—dose doctor adjust karta hai based on repeat reports.
Thyroid manageable condition hai. Most people normal life jeete hain, bas monitoring aur routine follow karna hota hai.