Regions such as the pancreas, thyroid, thymus, pineal gland, and pituitary gland.
HYPOTHYROIDISM
Underactive thyroid gland
Symptoms
Treatments
• Fatigue
• Weight gain
• Hair thinning
• Heavy periods
• Infertility
• Thyroid hormone replacement
How Dangerous Is It?
Can cause heart problems and pregnancy complications.
HYPERTHYROIDISM
Overactive thyroid gland
Symptoms
Treatments
• Weight loss
• Anxiety
• Rapid heartbeat
• Irregular periods
• Anti-thyroid medications
• Radioactive iodine
• Surgery
How Dangerous Is It?
Can cause heart rhythm problems.
POLYCYSTIC OVARY SYNDROME
Overactive thyroid gland
Symptoms
Treatments
• Irregular periods
• Acne
• Excess hair growth
• Infertility
• Hormonal birth control
• Metformin
• Lifestyle changes
How Dangerous Is It?
Raises diabetes and heart disease risk.
DIABETES (Type 1 and Type 2)
High blood sugar disorder
Symptoms
Treatments
• Increased urination
• Fatigue
• Recurrent yeast infections
• Increased risk of heart disease
• Insulin
• Oral medications
• Diet and exercise
How Dangerous Is It?
Can cause kidney failure, blindness, and heart disease.
OSTEOPOROSIS
Weakening of bones after menopause
Symptoms
Treatments
• Often silent until fracture
• Calcium and vitamin D
• Bone medications
How Dangerous Is It?
Hip fractures can be life-threatening.