Hypothyroidism Signs and Symptoms
What are the symptoms of hypothyroidism?
The early symptoms of hypothyroidism include:
-weight gain
-reduced muscle tone and increased muscle cramping
-tiredness
-more sensitive to the cold
-constipation
-joint pain
-brittle fingernails and hair
-an increase in the paleness of skin
The later symptoms are:
-slowing down of speech and hoarse voice that can also get deeper
-dry puffy face
-thinning eyebrows
-irregular periods
-low body temperature when you first wake up
Less common symptoms include cognitive impairment, migraines, hair loss, anemia, slower heart rate, panic attacks, mood instability and slower reflexes.
