Hypothyroidism in Men

Whilst sometimes thought of as a disorder predominately affecting women, Hypothyroidism in men is a real and serious condition. The disorder can be the cause of a variety of serious health concerns in men.

Hypothyroidism in men can create feelings of constant tiredness and fatigue. Even when a good night’s sleep has been had the ever present feeling of lethargy does not abate. In men this disorder can often also have negative effects with memory recall. It can often lead to degeneration in the quality of day to day moods and demeanour- sometimes presenting as depression-like symptoms.

Hypothyroidism in men can have detrimental effects on appetite and body weight. Because of the decreased function of the Thyroid the metabolic system is compromised and operating at low levels. This can create a situation where even though appetite is diminished weight gain still occurs.

Changes in sensitivity to cooler environments may also be noticed. This is due to the lower metabolic rate. As energy is being metabolised at a reduced capacity there is less heat being produced resulting in a lower overall ore body temperature.

Treatment for Hypothyroidism in men can involve either drug based therapy or natural, drug-free therapies. Depending on the persons view treatment choices will vary. It is perhaps worth noting there is an increasing amount of evidence beginning to mount that is questioning not only the efficacy of drug based treatments but also their long term safety.

Because of this there is a shift taking place with people moving towards natural, drug-free treatment options. Due to their generally lower levels of unpleasant side effects and in what is being seen as more and more cases – their increased efficacy.

A well written and thoroughly researched resource on natural treatments for Hypothyroidism in men can be read here.