10 Causes of Paresthesia
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
Cause #6: Hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism occurs when the thyroid hormone levels drop due to underproduction. It can cause symptoms such as tiredness, inability to tolerate the cold, depression, constipation, and weight gain. In pregnant women, untreated hypothyroidism can result in delayed intellectual development in the baby.
The most common cause of hypothyroidism globally is due to iodine deficiency. The most common cause of hypothyroidism in countries that has enough iodine in the diet is autoimmune. Salt iodization has helped with prevention of hypothyroidism in many populations. Hypothyroidism can be treated with levothyroxine. Hypothyroidism can lead to peripheral neuropathy causing paresthesia.
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