Overview
Hypothyroidism is a common endocrine disorder wherein the thyroid does not make enough thyroid hormone.
Signs and symptoms are variable but would usually include are fatigue, weight gain, cold intolerance, constipation and dry skin.
The diagnosis of hypothyroidism involves measuring serum thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) and serum thyroxine (FT4).
Levothyroxine is the first-line agent for treatment of hypothyroidism.
For further information regarding the management of Hypothyroidism, please refer to Disease Algorithm for the Treatment Guideline.
Signs and symptoms are variable but would usually include are fatigue, weight gain, cold intolerance, constipation and dry skin.
The diagnosis of hypothyroidism involves measuring serum thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH) and serum thyroxine (FT4).
Levothyroxine is the first-line agent for treatment of hypothyroidism.
For further information regarding the management of Hypothyroidism, please refer to Disease Algorithm for the Treatment Guideline.
