There are actually two types of thyroid disease: hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism, with hyper signifying an overactive thyroid that produces too much of the thyroid hormone and hypo being the exact opposite. Depending on which condition you have, you will experience different symptoms. Some of these symptoms include but are not limited to:
Hyperthyroidism
• Anxiety
• Mood Swings
• Fatigue
• Enlarged Thyroid (seen as a swollen mass at the base of your neck)
• Increased Heart Rate
• Tremors
• Sudden Weight Loss
Hypothyroidism
• Depression
• Fatigue
• Decreased Heart Rate
• Enlarged Thyroid (seen as a swollen mass at the base of your neck)
• Sudden Weight Gain
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Treatment Options
Dr. Gilberto Garza Lozano is our internal medicine practitioner. If you noticed any of these symptoms, please call to schedule an appointment with him. He will help to diagnose your issue and provide the best course of treatment. Treatment options vary depending on your case, but no matter which thyroid disease you have, know that we are here to help you.
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