Recently in the world there has been a surge in diseases associated with the endocrine system. The most common of these are diabetes mellitus. Thyroid diseases take the second place.
Endocrine system and thyroid gland
So, the endocrine system is one of the important areas of the human body. The hormones produced in it coordinate the work of all organs. It is the endocrine system that allows our body to adapt to environmental conditions. It, combined with the nervous and immune systems, allows for the continuation of the genus, promotes the development and growth of the whole organism, and also allows the rational use of the energy accumulated by our body. Hormones produced by the thyroid regulate metabolism and can affect our mood, and even appearance.
The thyroid gland, whose symptoms are individual, is not a simple organ. His illness is a fairly common phenomenon associated with poor ecology and negative environmental impact. Thyroid goiter is a common occurrence that indicates the presence of a disease. A person who has this problem needs constant monitoring by an endocrinologist.
What is the cause of the disease?
An enlargement of the thyroid gland, the symptoms of which are very individual, results from stressful situations, a hereditary predisposition, increased sun activity, or a genetic predisposition. In some cases, it is the lack of iodine that causes the thyroid gland to malfunction.
Symptoms of the disease
Let's look at the symptoms of thyroid disease.
- Pulse change
- Mental or physical retardation
- Feeling tired and weak even after sleep
- High blood pressure
- A sharp decrease or vice versa weight gain
- Causeless depression
- Nervousness, irritability
- Periodic numbness of the hands
When to see a doctor?
The thyroid gland, whose symptoms are diverse, has a direct effect on each organ. But, quite often, we do not pay attention to the problems that have arisen, which can subsequently turn into a serious disease.
A doctor, using a blood test, can determine the malfunction of such an important organ. Depending on the identified disease, you will be offered the most appropriate course of treatment, consisting in reducing the load on the thyroid gland. A correctly selected course of drugs helps to restore full-fledged work. The goal of drug treatment is to normalize hormonal levels, restore metabolism and reduce the risk of possible complications.
The thyroid gland, whose symptoms are different, is a complex disease that requires strict adherence to a diet that is selected strictly individually. What is included in it?
- Products containing vitamin B. This group includes whole grains, yeast, and bran. Unrefined oil, oatmeal includes vitamin E. Raw vegetables and fruits are rich in vitamin C. For people with hypoactive thyroid function, it is recommended to use products containing iodine - seaweed, fish, feijoa and seafood.
- If hyperfunction of the thyroid gland is detected, daily use of chokeberry is recommended. These berries contain a huge amount of iodine, which normalizes the work of the body. However, people suffering from low blood pressure are not recommended to eat the fruits of mountain ash.
- With an enlarged thyroid gland, regular consumption (0.5 l each) of a mixture of freshly squeezed juices - carrot, potato and celery or beet, potato and cucumber is recommended.
And finally, I would like to add that the thyroid gland, whose symptoms indicate malfunctions, can have consequences that adversely affect the work of all organs. Do not self-medicate. After all, only an endocrinologist can make an accurate diagnosis and determine the type of disease after a thorough examination, which includes a blood test and an ultrasound scan. Do not waste precious time on folk remedies. Take care of your health and visit a specialist.