Pictures show abnormal thyroid symptoms: Fatigue, weight gain, hair loss, and more

Patients with multiple thyroid structural or functional abnormalities present to a medical facility for medical examination and care for a variety of reasons and often due to the physiological effects of increased or decreased thyroid hormone levels in the blood. (hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism, respectively). These abnormalities of the thyroid gland are usually fatigue, weight gain, hair loss, or more.

Thyroid diseases occur when the thyroid gland (a small butterfly-shaped gland in the front of the neck) malfunctions in the production of hormones that serve the body. When patients experience some symptoms such as prolonged fatigue, abnormal skin and hair changes, hoarseness or pain when speaking, swallowing... they will be assigned a physical examination and blood tests. . If the tests show abnormalities of the thyroid, the patient will be assigned to do some imaging tests such as ultrasound, computed tomography, X-ray, ... to make the main diagnosis. thyroid status. Treatment will depend on the specific condition of the thyroid gland and what is causing it. The thyroid gland has 2 lobes, the left and the right, which are connected by a thin layer of tissue called the isthmus. The thyroid gland uses iodine absorbed from food to produce hormones that help the body regulate and control energy use. Nearly every organ in the body is affected by the function of the thyroid gland. The pituitary gland and the hypothalamus of the brain control the rate of production and release of thyroid hormones including thyroxine (T4) and triiodothyronine (T3), which are converted into T4. Both of these hormones circulate in the blood and help regulate metabolism in the body. The amount of T4 the thyroid produces is controlled by a hormone called TSH released by the pituitary gland. Depending on the amount of T4 in the body, the pituitary gland will release more or less TSH to balance T4 levels.
Thyroid diseases occur when the thyroid gland is not working properly, producing too much or too little T4 hormone. There are 3 main types of common thyroid disease:

Hypothyroidism: An underactive thyroid gland. Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid gland does not produce enough T4 due to internal disorders or because the pituitary gland does not produce enough TSH hormone. Nearly 5% of the population worldwide has hypothyroidism, mainly in women. Symptoms of hypothyroidism include: High blood cholesterol levels, frequent anxiety, fatigue, hair loss, memory loss, dry mucous membranes, constipation... Hyperthyroidism: Thyroid gland is overactive. levels, producing more T4 than the body needs. Similar to hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism can occur from causes within the thyroid itself, from the pituitary gland, or from the hypothalamus. Hyperthyroidism is not very common. Patients with this syndrome often have some symptoms such as: Frequent restlessness, anxiety, excitability, weight loss, heart palpitations, sweating, frequent urination.... Goiter. Hyperthyroidism is a specific symptom of hyperthyroidism, which, if left untreated, can lead to serious conditions such as high blood pressure, heart failure or even death. Thyroid cancer: Cancer occurs when thyroid cells change and multiply abnormally forming tumors. If not detected early and treated promptly, cancer cells can invade lymph nodes, surrounding tissues or spread through the blood to other parts of the body. Currently, thyroid cancer is on the rise and younger. Although most cases of thyroid cancer can be cured, to avoid long-term health effects, taking measures to prevent thyroid cancer is essential.

The following are pictures of common thyroid abnormalities:
Weight change: Weight gain or loss can be a sign of thyroid abnormalities. Low thyroid hormone levels cause weight gain while too high hormone levels can lead to weight loss. Hypothyroidism is more common than hyperthyroidism.
Appearance of lymph nodes in the neck: Goiter is a typical condition of thyroid diseases. As shown in the picture, a lymph node appeared and grew larger in the anterior neck. Goiter can be seen in both hypothyroidism as well as hyperthyroidism, even in the case of thyroid cancer.
Changes in heart rate, pulse rate: The hormones produced and released by the thyroid gland affect almost every organ in the body including the cardiovascular system. Hypothyroidism can cause the heart to beat slower while hyperthyroidism causes the heart rate to increase, which is accompanied by increased blood pressure.
Emotional changes: Thyroid disorders can affect a person's mood. Hypothyroidism leads to a number of conditions such as depression and persistent fatigue while hyperthyroidism has been shown to be associated with sleep disturbances, irritability, anxiety and restlessness.
Fragile hair: Hair loss is one of the common symptoms of thyroid-related diseases. Both hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism can cause hair loss. However, hair can grow back to normal after being treated.
Changes in body temperature: Thyroid helps regulate body temperature so people with hypothyroidism often feel cold while patients with hyperthyroidism tend to sweat a lot and feel hot all the time.

Other symptoms of thyroid disease:
Other symptoms of hypothyroidism that can be experienced are constipation, irregular menstrual cycle (for women), dry mucous membranes, brittle nails, fragility, pain and numbness in the fingers,... Other symptoms and signs of hyperthyroidism include: impaired vision, prone to diarrhea, irregular changes in the menstrual cycle (for women), hand tremors, weak muscles and limited mobility,... Thyroid-related diseases can be classified into 3 main categories: hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism and thyroid cancer. Today, thyroid diseases are on the rise in both sexes as well as different age groups. Health experts also give advice if you appear one of the symptoms such as constipation, unusual weight change, often feel tired, anxious, ... you should go to medical facilities. for early examination and diagnosis of thyroid diseases, especially cancer, for prompt treatment.
Currently, at Vinmec International General Hospital, a package of screening and screening for thyroid diseases has been launched.
When registering for the Package of Screening and Screening for Thyroid Diseases, customers will receive:
Examination and consultation with an Endocrinologist. Thyroid ultrasound. Screening tests for thyroid diseases: FT3, FT4, TSH, Anti – TPO, Anti TG. Return the results and consult with the doctor. Vinmec International General Hospital system is always proud to be a leading medical unit in Vietnam today with advantages such as:
Team of experienced domestic and international doctors with high expertise. Comprehensive professional cooperation with domestic and international hospitals such as: Singapore, Japan, USA.... Comprehensive treatment and care of patients, multi-specialty coordination towards individualization of each patient. There is a full range of specialized facilities to diagnose the disease and stage it before treatment: Endoscopy, CT scan, PET-CT scan, MRI, histopathological diagnosis, genetic - cytological testing. There is a full range of radical treatment methods available. For advice and to book an appointment, you can contact HERE
Source: radiologyinfo.org & onhealth.com