Thyroid Basics
Where is the thyroid gland located?
In the front of the neck/throat
Does hypothyroidism make your body slow down or speed up?
Slow down
Does hyperthyroidism make your body slow down or speed up?
Speed up
Feeling very tired is a sign of which condition?
Hypothyroidism
Should someone with hyperthyroidism have a lot of caffeine?
No
What does the thyroid control?
Energy (metabolism)
Do people usually gain or lose weight with hypothyroidism?
Gain weight
Do people usually gain or lose weight with hyperthyroidism?
Lose weight
A fast heartbeat is a sign of which condition?
Hyperthyroidism
Should you take thyroid medicine daily or only sometimes?
Daily, to keep hormones level
Name one thing the thyroid affects.
Heart rate, weight, mood, temperature
Do people feel hot or cold with hypothyroidism?
Cold
Do people feel calm or anxious with hyperthyroidism?
Anxious
Weight gain is a sign of which condition?
Hypothyroidism
What medication do you take for hypothyroidism?
Levothyroxine
What are the names of the two thyroid hormones?
T3 and T4
What disease causes hypothyroidism?
Hashimoto’s disease
What disease causes hyperthyroidism?
Graves’ disease
Shaky hands are a sign of which condition?
Hyperthyroidism
What are some iodine rich foods you can eat?
Seaweed, seafood, dairy products, and iodized salt
How can thyroid problems affect both your body and mood?
They change hormone levels, which affects energy, weight, and emotions like depression or anxiety
What are the common symptoms for hypothyroidism and why do they have it?
Tired, gaining weight, and feels cold because the body's metabolism is slowing down
What are the common symptoms of hyperthyroidism and why do they have it?
Fast heartbeat, weight loss, and feels shaky because the body's metabolism is sped up
What is the major difference between hypo and hyperthyroidism symptoms?
Hypo = slow (weight gain, tired); Hyper = fast (weight loss, anxious)
Why should someone with hyperthyroidism avoid too much caffeine?
It can make symptoms worse like fast heart rate and anxiety