This summer, all over the country can be said to be roasting on the stove, with the high temperature and scorching heat unbearable, and the high temperatures in various places are as high as 39℃, but it has become cooler due to the arrival of autumn!
But have you noticed that some people around you (especially women) are wearing long-sleeved clothes while the weather is getting colder, so she wants to add a coat outside. What is even more surprising is that some people even picked up the thermos, but at this time others were still drinking , cool , that's right! These symptoms are typical symptoms of hypothyroidism!
Endocrinologist reminds that if people around you are afraid of cold, it is best to check thyroid .
The thyroid gland is the engine of the human body, located 2-3 cm below the Adam's apple, and is shaped like a butterfly. thyroxine secreted by the thyroid gland is an important driving force for humans to operate normally. It is responsible for regulating the body's energy metabolism and the development of nervous system . Among them, human body temperature control is closely related to thyroxine!
The insufficient secretion of thyroid hormones in the human body will cause hypothyroidism, commonly known as hypothyroidism. Due to poor blood circulation and insufficient energy production, patients with hypothyroidism will experience abnormal fear of cold, no sweating, and low body temperature. Most of the patients with hypothyroidism are women. According to incomplete statistics, the prevalence rate of women is 10 times that of male friends. The prevalence of hypothyroidism will also increase with age, and the prevalence rate of women over 60 years old can reach 20%.
The typical symptoms of hypothyroidism patients are fear of cold, indifferent expression, lazy expression, no desire to speak, hoarse voice, etc. Patients should seek medical treatment in a timely manner and make correct judgments and evaluations!
The treatment method for patients with hypothyroidism can be used to replace treatment, that is, supplement what is lacking. The cause of hypothyroidism is insufficient secretion of thyroxine, so thyroxine must be supplemented manually. The common medicine is levothyroxine sodium tablets, which is commonly known as "youjiale". Patients with primary diseases (such as heart disease) should gradually increase the number of drugs from less and check regularly. Consult a doctor for details! During initial treatment, patients should check the hormone index every 4 to 6 weeks to cooperate with the doctor to adjust the medication until the treatment index is met. The hormone index needs to be reviewed every 6 to 12 months.
The treatment of hypothyroidism is a complex and long process. During the illness of hypothyroidism, the patient's expression is indifferent, his mood is depressed, and his reaction is slow. The causes of hypothyroidism are complex and diverse, and most of them are affected by fatigue and decreased autoimmune function. Patients should maintain regular schedules and exercise moderately in their lives. A happy mood is an unavailable part of the cure of hypothyroidism.
Dietary conditioning is essential. Hypothyroidism patients need to pay attention to the following things:
1. Patients with hypothyroidism should keep up with their nutrition. You can eat more lean meat, fish, skinless poultry, protein , soy products, etc.
These foods are rich in vitamins and high in protein!
2. Patients with hypothyroidism will have a lower metabolism, so their blood cholesterol levels will increase. It is recommended to limit foods rich in cholesterol and , such as egg yolks, cream, nuts, sesame paste, fat, pork belly, etc.
3. Patients with hypothyroidism may also experience anemia, so they should consume foods rich in iron, such as lean meat, animal blood, etc.
4. Friends with hypothyroidism should be careful of edema. Do not eat too salty to avoid aggravating edema symptoms. You should eat more grains, fresh vegetables and fruits, etc.
