What is Thyroid Dysfunction?
Thyroid disease is a general term for a medical condition that keeps your thyroid from making the right amount of hormones. When the thyroid makes too much hormone it is called hyperthyroidism; too little is hypothyroidism.
Signs & Symptoms of Thyroid Dysfunction
- Experiencing anxiety, irritability, and nervousness
- Trouble sleeping
- Unexpected weight loss or gain
- Enlarged thyroid gland (goiter)
- Muscle weakness and tremors
- Extreme fatigue
Causes of Thyroid Dysfunction
- A pituitary disorder
- A defective thyroid gland
- Chronic conditions such as Graves' disease
Diagnosis
- TSH test: Checks thyroid-stimulating hormone levels — the first test your provider will typically order.
- Thyroid antibody tests: Helps identify autoimmune thyroid conditions.
Complications
Left untreated, thyroid dysfunction may lead to goiter, infertility, mental health issues, and heart problems.
Ayurvedic Treatment for Thyroid Dysfunction
Ayurveda uses herbs like Kanchanar, Guggulu, and Brahmi to regulate thyroid function naturally. Thyroid treatment in Ayurveda provides lasting hormonal balance without dependency on synthetic hormones.