Does thyroid affect men?
Along with women, men also get affected by thyroid problems. But thyroid is most commonly seen in women than men. Women are 8 times at an increased risk of developing thyroid problems than men. Thyroid problems in men also lead to infertility in men. Thyroid gland which is located in front of our neck controls and regulates metabolic rate by producing thyroid hormones. Men along with women also face several types of thyroid disorders like
Hyperthyroidism- excess production of thyroid hormone leads to hyperthyroidism. Hyperthyroidism increases the metabolic rate.
Hypothyroidism- lack of thyroid hormone leads to hypothyroidism. Hypothyroidism leads to hormonal imbalance in most of the people.
Thyroiditis- thyroid gland gets inflamed and leads to Hashimoto’s thyroiditis which is an auto immune disorder.
Thyroid nodules- formation of fluid filled lumps or solid lumps on thyroid gland leads to thyroid nodules. Thyroid nodules are painless and have no severe effects.
Goiter- in men with goiter thyroid gland swells abnormally and becomes enlarged. This can cause breathing problems.
Thyroid cancer- this is rare but most dangerous among all the above thyroid problems in men.
Symptoms and food to avoid for Thyroid
Just like women men also face similar symptoms of thyroid problems. Signs and symptoms of thyroid problem mainly depend on the type of thyroid problem.
Symptoms of hyperthyroidism
- Abnormal heart beat
- Increased appetite
- Weight loss
- Weakness and fatigue
- Breathlessness
- Hair loss
- Heat intolerance
Symptoms of hypothyroidism
- Feeling cold
- Weight gain
- Dry skin
- Lack of concentration
- Depression
Symptoms of thyroiditis
Depending on the nature of thyroid gland have the same symptoms of hyperthyroidism and hypothyroidism.
Symptoms of thyroid nodules
- Weight loss
- Breathlessness
- Problem with swallowing
- Anxiety
- Growth of nodules
- Symptoms of goiter
- Enlarged thyroid gland
- Breathing problems
- Voice hoarseness
- Cough
- Symptoms of thyroid cancer
- Swelling in the neck lymph nodes
- Pain in the lymph nodes
- Difficulty swallowing
- Breathing problems
Men with thyroid should avoid processed foods, high sugar content foods, iodine-rich foods, whole milk, too much intake of caffeine, red meat, alcohol consumption, tobacco, soya foods, starchy foods and goitrogenic foods like spinach, cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli and so on.
Homeopathy Treatment for Thyroid Problems
Homeopathy treatment for thyroid problems is very effective and works by regulating the functioning of thyroid gland . Thyroid treatment in homeopathy is safe and also free from side effects. Homeopathy treatment for thyroid uses natural remedies extracted from plants, vegetables and minerals. Thyroid treatment in homeopathy is prescribed by homeopath based on the symptoms and theory of individualization. Homeopathy treatment for thyroid not just aims to treat the signs and symptoms of the problem but also focuses on treating the root cause of the problem. Thyroid treatment in homeopathy not just treats the thyroid problem but improves overall well-being of individuals. Homeopathic thyroid treatment is safe and suitable to all age groups.
