Underactive or Overactive Thyroid, From Weight Changes to Impacting Pregnancy
Islamabad: From weight changes to impacting pregnancy, symptoms of an underactive or overactive thyroid can be life-changing You’ve undoubtedly heard about thyroid problems, but you wouldn’t be alone if you don’t really know exactly what the blanket term means or what the symptoms are. The small, butterfly-shaped gland in the neck can be responsible for all manner of bodily issues and while it does affect men, women are far more likely to experience hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism.
Great. If you’re worried about a sudden weight loss or gain or have questions about how your thyroid can affect pregnancy, Dr. Malcolm Prentice, Consultant Endocrinologist at The Lister Hospital (part of HCA Healthcare UK) shared his advice with us on what to look out for – and when you should seek medical help.
