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Comparing signs and symptoms of thyroid conditions

The signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism vary, depending on the severity of your hormone deficiency. At first, you may not notice or you may simply blame them on getting older. But as your metabolism continues to slow, the signs and symptoms become more obvious.

Hyperthyroidism is more difficult to diagnose as the signs and symptoms are similar to other conditions. Hyperthyroidism can accelerate your body’s metabolism, in contrast to hypothyroidism, which slows it down.

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Hypothyroid Hyperthyroid
Fatigue Difficulty sleeping
Sensitive to cold Sensitive to heat
Constipation Diarrhea
Dry skin Sweating
Weight gain Weight loss
Joint pain Trembling in hands
Puffy face Eye problems
Slow heart rate Heart palpitations
Thinning hair Fine or brittle hair
Heavy periods Cycle length changes
Depression Anxiety
Table comparing hypothyroid and hyperthyroid signs and symptoms

Read a more comprehensive list of the signs and symptoms of hypothyroidism and hyperthyroidism.

 

Date updated: 17.06.21 (V1.0)
Review date: 17.06.22

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