Hypothyroidism (or an under active thyroid) is a condition in which the thyroid isn’t producing enough thyroid hormones. Thyroid hormones are extremely important to many of your body’s essential processes including blood circulation, metabolism, and proper bone growth. The most common cause of hypothyroidism is iodine deficiency, but in more developed countries it is more commonly caused by an autoimmune disease called Hashimoto’s in which your immune system attacks your healthy thyroid tissue.Unfortunately, many people suffering from both clinical and subclinical hypothyroidism go undiagnosed. In this article, we will explore many of the symptoms associated with an under active thyroid. You may experience these symptoms even if you only have subclinical hypothyroidism. If you or your child are experiencing any of the symptoms below, especially if you're experiencing multiple symptoms, talk to your doctor about getting a thyroid test.
