Symptoms of Thyroid Problems in Men: Causes and Treatment
New Delhi : Thyroid problem is increasing day by day, irrespective of men or women. In case of men, thyroid symptoms become visible after a long time. Meaning, it may take some months or even years to get exposed.
Thyroid in men are mostly due to inadequate production of the thyroid hormones (thyroxine and triiodothyronine) by the thyroid gland or changes in the thyroid stimulating hormone. Taking to experts, we have come up with some common symptoms of thyroid in male population.
Common symptoms of thyroid deficiency in men:
- Loss of weight
- Loss of appetite
- Hair loss
- Fatigue
The early symptoms of hypothyroidism in men include:
- goitre (inflammation near the neck region)
- muscle hypotonia (degraded muscle tone)
- excessive increase in weight
- joint aches
- muscle pains
- constipation
- decreased heart rate
- thinning of hair
- excessive hair loss
Late symptoms of thyroid deficiency in men include:
- frequent lowering of body temperature
- deepening of voice
- thinning of eyebrows
- changes in skin such as dryness, scaliness, etc.
The common symptoms of hyperthyroidism in men include:
- increased sweating
- restlessness
- changes in appetite
- fatigue
- heat intolerance
- unexplained weight loss
- difficulty in concentrating
- nausea
- hair loss
- clammy skin
- hand tremors
- diarrhoea
- general weakness
Also, development of goitre at the base of the neck is another prominent symptom of hyperthyroidism. Besides the formation of goitre, the entire neck region may enlarge forming hard protruding nodules.
It is mostly seen that thyroid nodules can occur on the neck these are either non-cancerous or cancerous. Enlargement of thyroid is indicative of the occurrence of thyroid nodules. The nodules that become cancerous can be removed with thyroid surgery. If you notice or experience the aforementioned symptoms, then don't wait more and see a doctor.
