In the early stages, hyperthyroidism often progresses silently, symptoms are easily confused with stress, neurological disorders or other diseases. However, some of the following symptoms may be early warning signs.
Neck goiter: This is a typical and most recognizable symptom. The large, prominent candidate thyroid in the neck makes many patients go to the clinic for the first time because they feel abnormal in appearance or uncomfortable when swallowing.
Rapid heart rate: Patients often feel a rapid heartbeat, nervousness, and empty chest. Unusually rapid heartbeats can cause shortness of breath, restlessness and prolonged anxiety.
High blood pressure, throbbing, sweating a lot: Symptoms such as shaking hands, moist skin, sweating a lot... reflect excessive stimulation of the nervous system caused by endocrine disorders.
Changes in the eyes: Some cases may experience symptoms such as phlegm, blurred vision, uncontrolled watery eyes - typical of hyperthyroidism that causes complications in the eyes.
Weight loss of unknown cause: Even if you eat normally, even more deliciously, you still lose weight quickly. This is an important sign but is easily overlooked.
Muscle weakness, reduced mobility: Feeling of muscle fatigue, weakness, reduced mobility or physical work often occurs in people with hyperthyroidism.
Mental - emotional disorders: People may feel anxious, insomnia, urgent urgent needles, and difficulty concentrating - signs that are easily classified as common "stress".
Digestive disorders, body aches and pains: Diarrhea, digestive disorders accompanied by muscle and joint pain can also be a sign of the disease.
Changes in menstrual cycle: In women, hyperthyroidism can disrupt hormones, leading to irregular or menstrual periods.
Due to unclear and easily confused symptoms, many patients only detect the disease when there are complications. Therefore, regular health screening is necessary, especially for people with risk factors such as a family history of thyroid disease or living in areas with iodine problems.
To prevent and support the treatment of hyperthyroidism, experts recommend that people maintain a healthy lifestyle and a reasonable diet.
Provide adequate iodine: Iodine is an essential micronutrient for thyroid function. However, both iodine deficiency and excess can cause thyroid dysfunction. Pregnant women and the elderly need to pay attention to supplementing iodine in the right dosage according to the recommendation of a medical professional.
Increase foods rich in antioxidants: Fresh fruits - especially berries such as blueberries, strawberries - and green vegetables such as kale, cauliflower... help the body fight free radicals, support thyroid and immune system function.
Build a moderate lifestyle: Eating enough, exercising regularly, getting enough sleep and limiting the consumption of processed foods, fried foods, alcohol, stimulants will help maintain thyroid health in particular and the body in general.
