5 Signs of an Underactive Thyroid Gland

Located in your throat and shaped like a butterfly, your thyroid gland plays a significant role in regulating various essential functions in your body. This tiny organ pumps out hormones essential to energy metabolism, temperature regulation, and mood. 

When your thyroid is underperforming, It's not producing enough hormones to meet your body's needs. As a result, you experience symptoms that seriously disrupt your life. As many as 5 out of every 100 people aged 12 and older have a sluggish thyroid – known as hypothyroidism. Women and people older than 60 are most likely to develop the condition.

At the Cypress location of Evolve MD Wellness & Aesthetics Med Spa, the team offers early detection and holistic treatment for an underactive thyroid gland. 

If you're experiencing any of these five symptoms, it's time to make an appointment and get your thyroid checked out. We can help you feel more like yourself again.  

1. Unexplained fatigue

Experiencing persistent, unexplained fatigue that doesn't improve with adequate rest is a common symptom of an underactive thyroid. Your thyroid gland produces hormones that help regulate your body's energy levels. When it needs to produce more, you may feel constantly tired, no matter how much sleep you get.

2. Stubborn weight gain

Unexplained weight gain or difficulty losing weight despite maintaining a balanced diet and exercise routine can indicate an underactive thyroid. A sluggish thyroid can lead to a slower metabolism, causing your body to store more calories as fat.

3. Dry hair and skin

Dry, itchy skin and brittle, thinning hair may be signs of an underactive thyroid. Thyroid hormones play a role in maintaining healthy skin and hair. When thyroid hormone levels are off, your locks may not feel as lush and full, and your skin may look dull.

4. Mood Changes

An underactive thyroid may also lead to changes in mood, resulting in symptoms such as depression, irritability, and even brain fog. Thyroid hormones impact brain function and can influence mood and mental clarity.

5. Temperature sensitivity

If you feel excessively sensitive to cold temperatures, you may have an underactive thyroid gland. Thyroid hormones help regulate body temperature, and when levels are low, you may shiver, even in relatively warm environments.

Treating an underactive thyroid gland

An underactive thyroid can significantly affect your overall well-being and quality of life. Recognizing the thyroid signs and symptoms early is crucial in managing this condition effectively. 

Here at Evolve MD Wellness & Aesthetics Med Spa, we offer testing to evaluate your thyroid functioning. If yours is underperforming, we offer treatments and therapy to restore your thyroid hormone levels and ease symptoms.

These holistic treatments include recommendations for dietary changes, supplements, and hormone replacement therapy. Our team may also suggest IV therapy to boost your energy and correct nutritional imbalances that could worsen your symptoms.  

Call today or use the online tool to book your appointment to have your thyroid evaluated. We can help you regain control of your health.