Feeling Tired? Check Your Hormones!
Fatigue is usually attributed to low hemoglobin, poor nutrition, poor ecology, excessive workload, and stress, while hormonal imbalance is often the reason for the loss of strength. The good news is that if a hormone imbalance is corrected, life will shine with new colors!
Dr. Oxana
Too much or not enough
The thyroid gland is the first thing to check if you suspect a hormonal imbalance. Hypothyroidism occurs when it does not produce enough hormones, hyperthyroidism occurs when it produces too many hormones. Fatigue is a frequent symptom of both conditions.
Hyperthyroidism is characterized by muscle fatigue: it becomes harder to lift the usual weight when exercising, riding a bicycle, and climbing stairs. It is typical to feel weakness in the legs and arms. An additional symptom may be a decrease in body weight for no apparent reason.
Hypothyroidism is often first characterized by cognitive disorders: there is confusion and forgetfulness, it is difficult to concentrate,...
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