Hypothyroidism
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What is hypothyroidism?
Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid gland is not producing enough thyroid hormone. The reasons for hypothyroidism may include an underlying autoimmune disease, inflammation, imbalance of iodine levels, certain medications, surgical removal of the thyroid or radiation treatment.
Common symptoms reported by people with hypothyroidism
Treatments taken by people for hypothyroidism
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Compare treatments taken by people with hypothyroidism
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Who has hypothyroidism on PatientsLikeMe?
- 0 new patients joined this month
- 1991 say hypothyroidism is their primary condition
| Age | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| <20 | 0 | |
| 20s | 312 | |
| 30s | 844 | |
| 40s | 828 | |
| 50s | 855 | |
| 60s | 889 | |
| 70+ | 2168 |
| Age at first symptom | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| 0-19 years | 598 | |
| 20-29 years | 389 | |
| 30-39 years | 401 | |
| 40-49 years | 361 | |
| 50-59 years | 344 | |
| 60-69 years | 293 | |
| 70+ years | 209 |
Distribution of sex
| Sex | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Male | 1002 | |
| Female | 10486 |
| Diagnosis status | Proportion | # of patients |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnosed | 7642 | |
| Not Diagnosed | 88 |