The thyroid is a small gland in the neck that helps control how the body uses energy. When it makes too little hormone (hypothyroidism) or too much (hyperthyroidism), many body systems can be affected. A diagnosis needs a blood test and a doctor's assessment.
Common Signs
- Underactive thyroid: tiredness, weight gain, feeling cold, dry skin, constipation, hair thinning and low mood.
- Overactive thyroid: weight loss, a fast or irregular heartbeat, tremor, heat intolerance, anxiety and poor sleep.
- A swelling in the front of the neck (a goitre) can occur with either.
When to See a Doctor Promptly
- A racing heartbeat with chest pain or breathlessness.
- Difficulty swallowing or breathing, or a rapidly growing neck swelling.
- Extreme tiredness, confusion or fainting.
- You are pregnant or planning a pregnancy, because thyroid levels matter at that time.
- Low mood, anxiety or panic attacks that are new or getting worse.
In an emergency, go to the nearest hospital.
What Dr. Arpana Highlights
The thyroid affects the mind as much as the body. With an overactive thyroid, people often feel anxious and restless, and some have panic attacks. With an underactive thyroid, low mood, sadness and mood swings are common, together with slow digestion and constipation. Because of this, a homeopathic consultation asks about your emotions, sleep and energy as well as your physical symptoms, and looks at how they fit together.
Dr. Arpana also stresses pregnancy. An underactive thyroid that is not managed can lead to complications such as low birth weight and miscarriage, so thyroid levels should be checked and followed when you plan a pregnancy and during it. Homeopathy is used alongside your thyroid treatment, and thyroid medicine should never be replaced or stopped without your doctor's advice.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I stop my thyroid medicine if I start homeopathy?
No. Never stop or change a prescribed medicine without talking to the doctor who prescribed it. Tell Dr. Arpana everything you take.
Which tests are usually done?
Doctors commonly ask for blood tests such as TSH, T3 and T4, and sometimes an ultrasound of the neck. Bring your recent reports to the consultation.
Can I take homeopathy along with thyroid treatment?
Many patients take both. The aim is to support your overall health alongside the care your doctor advises.
You can book a consultation or read the frequently asked questions. This page is for general education and is not a substitute for personal medical advice.