10 Hyperthyroidism Symptoms
Symptom #3: Menstrual Irregularity
While menstrual irregularity is not a symptom specific to hyperthyroidism, it can be a telling sign if you are also experiencing other symptoms such as palpitations, unintentional weight loss, diarrhea, anxiety, and intolerance to heat. Menstrual irregularity can be caused by both too low or too high levels of thyroid hormones. Since the thyroid hormones regulate and affect almost every function in the body, it also helps control your menstrual cycle.
It can cause amenorrhea (cessation or menstruation for several months or longer), issues with fertility (once it affects the menstrual cycle, it also affects ovulation which in turn affects your chances of conception) and can even cause issues for a pregnant mother and her baby. If you are pregnant and suspect hyperthyroidism, you should seek medical attention as soon as you can.
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