Unmasking the Crucial Warning Signs
When the thyroid produces either too little or too much hormone, your entire body feels the impact. Older adults frequently experience atypical presentation of these imbalances; the classic symptoms seen in younger patients might not appear at all.
Instead, the clues hide within daily complaints that you might incorrectly write off as inevitable parts of the aging process. Paying close attention to the following six indicators can bridge the gap between struggling through your days and finding a medical solution.
Thank you very much this information is very appreciated many women on my mother’s side have had to take medication for thyroid imbalances including myself.
This information is incredibly helpful regarding my thyroid condition. Thank you so much for this educational materials.
I am 73 y/o and lately around 11am I feel like very sleepy and wanted to go back to bed again inspite that I slept about 6-7 hrs already during the night. I could bearly function especially after lunch time.
I take levothyroxine 0.88mcg daily for how many years. TSH is being done routinely e.g every 6mos or one year.
What do you think about my lethargy? Good thing I am retired now.
Thank you