Thyroid conditions and testing

The thyroid gland produces a hormone that influences most of the metabolic processes of your body. There are a number of thyroid disorders, but the most common involve under or over production of thyroid hormones.

Too much thyroid hormone leads to a condition known as hyperthyroidism. Too little hormone production leads to hypothyroidism.

Most thyroid problems can be managed well if properly diagnosed and treated.

Some of the symptoms you may notice with an overactive thyroid - hyperthyroidism - are palpitations, weight loss, increased bowel movement, fatigue, trembling hands, muscle weakness, hair loss, insomnia, breathlessness, nervousness and heat intolerance.

Some of the symptoms of hypothyroidism, or underactive thyroid, are weight gain and difficulty losing weight, fatigue, weakness, dry hair and skin, cold intolerance, depression, memory loss and decreased libido.

Both hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism can usually be diagnosed with a simple blood test. The Medcare GP can advise you on all aspects of thyroid disease and arrange thyroid checks at Medcare's two clinics on the Costa Blanca.

To find out more about help with thyroid disease and thyroid checks on the Costa Blanca, or to book an appointment, call 966 860 258 or email doctors@medcarespain.com

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