Knowing the symptoms of thyroid disease is one of the best ways to help avoid acute hypothyroidism. As more and more women suffer from this dreaded disease, a lot of doctors try their best to warn individuals of the things that may refer to having thyroid disease. Hypothyroidism is currently the most common type of disorder related to the thyroid gland. When the infection goes into a much severer stage, this then becomes myxedema. The thyroid gland fails in the production of thyroxin, which is needed by the body to functionalize major internal activities. This will eventually lead to gradual metabolism, making it difficult for the female to menstruate in regular time frame or to lose weight.
One of the most common symptoms of hypothyroidism is fatigue, brought about by muscle tension or pain in the legs and the arms. This may be felt through constant muscle pains or throbbing of the muscular areas of the body. The body will also resist cold temperature and may not be able to function well when inside a room below the surrounding’s average temperature. Weight gain will also be evident on the part of the female or the one who is infected with the thyroid disease. This is caused by the body’s slow metabolism process.
Should the body gain too much weight, this may also cause another symptom of thyroid disease, which is having high blood pressure. The gradual metabolism of the body will also result to reduction of sweating that may cause brittle nails or dry skin. Since women have longer hair than men, symptoms may also be noticeable for those who are experiencing hair loss and having coarse hair. With the body not being able to function at its best, this will also result to difficulty in concentration or slower speech and movement. Others may even go as far as experiencing depression due to the effects of the disease towards the human brain and the functions of the body’s nerve cells.
In order to prevent these types of symptoms, a person can immediately seek the advice of a reliable physician for a physical examination. Doctors will be able to determine if the body is indeed infected with hypothyroidism. You can also look to get the right supplements to aid your body with iodine to help fight the symptoms of thyroid disease. Being fully aware of the changes and reactions of your body will help battle hypothyroidism while you still can.
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Celiac Disease or Gluten Intolerance
As discussed in my previous article, I cover the basics of Celiac Disease, which include the effects of Celiac Disease, symptoms and possible treatments. In this article, I will go into more detail of the life of a Celiac sufferer.
When I was diagnosed with Celiac Disease, I was told that a major lifestyle change was in order. Fast foods were out, pizza, breads, pastas, most alcohols, especially beer, were excluded from my diet. I became a label reader. You would be surprised at what your are eating once you start reading labels. Here is a little tutorial in label reading. The list starts with the item that takes up the most weight, and continues in order of content down to the smallest part of the food. I stumbled across a great Website on foods to avoid and foods that are allowed, www.celiac.ca/egfdiet2.html#avoid.
Even family and friends have made adjustments to their meals, to accommodate my allergy, when I am invited to dinner. I am on first name basis with the health food guy at my supermarket(Claudio). I now see this as a positive thing in my life, because it has forced me to eat healthier.
Diagnosing Celiac Disease:
Recognizing Celiac Disease is difficult because some of its symptoms are similar to those of other diseases. If a doctor suspects a person has Celiac Disease, he or she will probably order a blood test as a first step in diagnosing the disease. Perhaps the best way to diagnose Celiac Disease is by taking a biopsy, or a sample of tissue and sending it to a lab. This is done through a procedure called an Endoscopy. If you decide to stay awake through this procedure, like I did, you will get to see your stomach, stomach acids, and interesting things like that.
Feeling tired and lethargic all the time:
Celiac’s will experience fatigue, more than someone without the disease. Celiacs have a hard time digesting certain vitamins due to the resulting damage of the small intestine. When the villi are damaged, (villi are the tiny hair-like projections in the small intestine) the body is unable to absorb certain vitamins and fatigue sets in. Talk to your Doctor about a supplemental vitamin program.
Symptoms of celiac disease: Extreme fatigue Abdominal bloating and pain Gas Chronic diarrhea Weight loss Foul-smelling stool Anemia or low count of red blood cells
How Common Is Celiac Disease? This number varies as expected but generally in the U.S. 1 out of 250 people have Celiac Disease. Celiac Disease is also quite common in Italy, Ireland, Sweden and Austria.
In closing and some final advice:
If you have just been diagnosed with Celiac Disease and you fear that you will not be able to live on a gluten free diet, it is not as difficult as you think. Most major grocery stores have a good range of gluten free products found mostly in the Organic Food section. Sticking to the regimen below, has been a big help to me, and I think you will agree.
No fast foods. Certain fast food chains use bread crumbs in their burgers and usually, the clerk cannot tell you what is in the burger itself. Do not pick up the phone for take-out, do not drink grain based alcohols, and be careful of certain sauces and gravies. Wheat flour is used to thicken them and rarely is there a substitute available. Do not try unmarked foods to casually eat such as candy in a dish. Pack your own lunch if you have to. Even salad dressings may contain wheat or wheat products. These simple guidelines have helped me tremendously. For a complete list and diet advice talk to your doctor, and listen to what they say!
What is the alternative? You may experience Iron deficiency, Anemia, Vitamin deficiencies, and other food sensitivities. This, in a nutshell has been my experience with Celiac Disease. I might have left out some details, as I am not a doctor. However, I am a Celiac sufferer and I know what Celiac’s go through. The information in this article is for information purposes only. If you are experiencing any or all of the symptoms mentioned please see your doctor. The author cannot be held responsible if you do not seek the advice from your health care professional.
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