If you say 'yes' to more than 5 of these statements, tell your doctor about your symptoms. You may be suffering from hypothyroidism.
- I feel tired and sleepy most of the time,with little energy and stamina.
- My brain works less efficiently, my thinking is foggy, and my concentration and memory are poor.
- Everything in my body seems to have slowed down, including my bowel functions and my metabolism, and my weight keeps going up.
- My skin is dull and puffy. My hair and nails are dry and brittle.
- I feel cold most of the time (even when others are feeling comfortable).
- I feel depressed and have a lot of negative thoughts.
- My movements and reflexes have become slow.
- I feel stiffness and aches in my muscles and bones, as well as a numb feeling in my hands.
- My blood pressure has gone up and my heart rate is slow.
- My cholesterol level has gone up.
Source: NST, Aug 28, 2007
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