10 Enlarged Thyroid Symptoms
Reviewed: Dr. Mera
Symptom #8: Heat Hypersensitivity
Thyroid hormones, due to their role in regulating the rate of metabolism in the body, are responsible for temperature control and reaction to temperature variations. When the goiter is caused by a hyperactive gland, the consequence is heightened metabolism in cells, accompanied by production of a lot of energy.
High energy production leads to increased heat, which may cause heat discomfort. On the other hand, an underactive thyroid will make the metabolism rates of the body to be too low. When little energy and, therefore, little heat is produced in the body, it becomes difficult to bear conditions of low temperature. This can lead to intolerance of cold environments.
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