Hypothyroidism: Four major symptoms to watch out for

Hypothyroidism can cause many men to experience bloating and decreased libido on a regular basis. Therefore, we naturally need to learn more about the manifestations of hypothyroidism.

1. Cardiovascular system:

Bradycardia, decreased cardiac output, low blood pressure, dull heart sounds, cardiomegaly, coronary heart disease may occur, but angina and heart failure generally do not occur. Sometimes pericardial effusion and pleural effusion may occur. Severe cases may develop myxedema cardiomyopathy.

2. Digestive system:

Loss of appetite, abdominal distension, constipation. In severe cases, paralytic intestinal obstruction may occur. The gallbladder contraction is weakened and becomes enlarged. Half of the patients have achlorhydria, leading to pernicious anemia and iron deficiency anemia.

3. Movement system:

Muscle weakness, pain, and stiffness may be accompanied by joint diseases such as chronic arthritis.

4. Endocrine system:

Women suffer from excessive menstruation, amenorrhea due to long-term illness, and infertility; men suffer from impotence and decreased libido. A small number of patients experience lactation and secondary pituitary enlargement.