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- Thyroid - hypothyroidism
Hypothyroidism means the thyroid gland is underactive which causes the person?s metabolism to slow down.
- Thyroid - Hashimoto's disease
Hashimoto's disease progresses very slowly over many years, so the symptoms may go unnoticed.
- Thyroid - hyperthyroidism
Hyperthyroidism can be diagnosed with a simple blood test that measures thyroid hormone levels.
- Thyroid gland
If the thyroid gland is overactive or sluggish, the metabolism will be affected, leading to a variety of symptoms.
- Goitre
Symptoms of a goitre can include enlargement of the throat, swallowing problems and breathing problems.
- Pituitary tumour
Generally, pituitary tumours are benign and slow growing, and pituitary cancers are extremely rare.
- Fluid retention (oedema)
Fluid retention (oedema) occurs when fluid isn't removed from the body tissues, including the skin. Causes include the body's reaction to hot weather, a high salt intake and menstrual cycle hormones.