National Thyroid Awareness Month
Did you know that over 20 million Americans suffer from some form of Thyroid disease? Thyroid disease is more common than heart disease and diabetes. According to Thyroid.org, at least 60% of those with thyroid disease are unaware of their condition, women are 5-8 times more likely than men to have thyroid problems, and 1 in every 8 women will have a thyroid disorder at some point in her lifetime.
The thyroid is a small endocrine-gland that sits in the lower part of your neck. Your thyroid makes the hormones that are carried to every part of your body and play a huge role in your brain's development, heart function, muscle control, and your overall energy. When your thyroid levels are either too high or too low, you may be experiencing hyperthyroidism or hypothyroidism.
Symptoms of thyroid disease include rapid weight loss or weight gain, anxiety, insomnia, irregular bowel movements, and more. For more detailed symptoms, check out this guide - https://www.womenshealth.gov/a-z-topics/thyroid-disease
If your thyroid is not working properly, that means other aspects of your body are not functioning properly either. If you do not have a primary care physician AND you qualify for case management services, please contact Pam's Kids and we'll get you in the right direction.