“Thyroid issues ”

Thyroid issues can only be confirmed or ruled out by a blood test from your doctor

Symptoms historically and traditionally associated with thyroid dysfunction are notoriously non-specific including these symptoms you shared. They could be due to entirely different reason than the thyroid. The good news is that nowadays, it is not difficult to tell or diagnose if you have thyroid dysfunction. A simple blood test will solve that. If the blood test not show it , you do not have it. In primary care setting they usually test TSH which can be enough in 90% of the times. Higher TSH ( above normal range) shows underactive thyroid (hypothyroidism- which needs thyroid hormone supplement or replacement), low TSH ( below than the normal range- which would indicate overactive thyroid or Hyperthyroidism- which needs treatment to slow the thyroid down). Endocrinologists usually do a more completes test on the thyroid (TSH, Free T4, Free T3, thyroid antibodies) for 100 % diagnostic accuracy and to determine reasons behind thyroid dysfunction. Goiter is enlarged thyroid- which may need thyroid ultrasound for better assessment. So, I suggest you get assessed by either PCP or endocrinologist to answer this important question you asked. Good luck.

They could be but you need a blood test to verify this. Please speak to your doctor about getting that.

Thyroid dysfunction can relate to the symptoms you describe. When thyroid hormone levels are too low you may experience fatigue, weight gain, cold intolerance, constipation, dry skin and hair loss. An overworking thyroid may cause rapid heart rate , palpitations, sweating, mood swings and anxiety, puffy eyes, loose bowel movements and other symtoms. Menstrual irregularites may occur with both conditions. Speak with your doctor to arrange for a thyroid panel on your blood tests to address your concerns.

Could be, check thyroid labs, easy to find out. Could be many things.Dr Norwood