underactive thyroid
Metabolism-slowing hormone deficiency
Underactive thyroid is a condition in which the thyroid gland produces insufficient hormones, slowing metabolism and causing fatigue, weight gain, and cold sensitivity.
The medical term is hypothyroidism.
She was diagnosed with an underactive thyroid after months of unexplained exhaustion.
- hypothyroidismInsufficient thyroid hormone production
- sluggishSlow and inactive
- fatigueWeariness from prolonged exertion
- metabolismCellular nutrient conversion
- weight gainBody mass accumulation
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