Hypothyroidism, a common endocrine disorder, results from a deficiency of thyroid hormones that are essential for multiple metabolic functions of almost every organ or system. The clinical manifestation and etiology of hypothyroidism often have varied clinical features. However, the common manifestation includes impairment of physical and mental activity. Patients with hypothyroidism can also be asymptomatic in various instances.
The signs and symptoms of this condition are often very subtle, and they are neither specific nor sensitive. The common symptoms of hypothyroidism are often difficult to attribute to a specific given cause. Some patients may exhibit symptoms instantaneously, while in some, it can be a slow, long-term progressing disease that often leads to non- or misdiagnosis. Classic signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism In addition, individuals with hypothyroidism can…
