Thyroid Problems in Women: Symptoms Often Mistaken for Stress

Underactive thyroid

Weight gain despite eating less, cold intolerance, constipation, dry skin and low mood. A simple TSH test confirms it.

Overactive thyroid

Weight loss, palpitations, tremor, heat intolerance and anxiety. Untreated it strains the heart.

Treatment is straightforward

A daily tablet, taken on an empty stomach, restores normal levels. Dose is adjusted by TSH every few months.

The takeaway

If you have three or more of these symptoms, ask for a thyroid profile at your next visit.