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Menstrual
Problems & Thyroid Disease
The Effects of Hypothyroidism and Hyperthyroidism on
Menstruation
by Mary
Shomon
Menstrual
symptoms just might indicate a need for a thyroid
evaluation. Some menstrual symptoms should lead you
to your physician, and there are a variety of key
steps in controlling menstrual symptoms of
hyperthyroid or hypothyroid conditions.
What kind of symptoms should make you suspicious?
If you notice any significant changes in your
period, particularly regarding length of cycle,
degree of bleeding, or frequency of cycle, you
should contact your physician for a thyroid work up.
What are some key steps to take to manage menstrual
symptoms...
* Verify that already diagnosed thyroid conditions
are under optimal treatment. Even small changes in
existing treatment plans can ameliorate menstrual
symptoms related to the thyroid condition.
* Ensure that you are maintaining adequate
nutrition, with special attention to minerals such
as calcium.
* Investigate certain vitamin, mineral, and herb
supplements for relief -- you must be careful when
using dietary supplements, but there are a variety
out there that can provide significant relief to
some patients.
Detailed information regarding links between
menstrual issues and thyroid conditions, as well as
detailed information regarding alternatives for
alleviating symptomg is
http://www.thyroid-info.com/articles/menstruation.htm
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