Brittle Nails
One of the thyroid symptoms that too often goes unrecognized is brittle nails.
Brittle nails may be indicative of hypothyroidism, which can impact the overall shape of the nail and cause it to grow in a flat, spoon-like shape.
Brittle Nails Are One Of Many Thyroid Symptoms
When the thyroid is underactive, the body slows down due to a decrease in thyroid hormones. This causes slow growing, and brittle nails.
Talk to your doctor
The thyroid also controls sweating and less sweat is produced when it is underactive. A natural moisturizer, when sweat is lacking, nails are far more likely to become dry.
If you are experiencing brittle nails, it may be indicative of thyroid symptoms or hypothyroidism. Consult with your doctor and arrange a thyroid test as soon as possible.
Other Thyroid Symptoms
Are you experiencing any of these other common hypothyroidism symptoms?
Other Thyroid Symptoms
Are you experiencing any of these other common hypothyroidism symptoms?
References
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (2014). HTDS Guide-About Thyroid Disease: Section Summary. Retrieved from https://www.cdc.gov/nceh/radiation/hanford/htdsweb/guide/thyroid.htm
Harvard Health Publishing. (2014). The lowdown on thyroid slowdown. Retrieved from https://www.health.harvard.edu/newsletter_article/the-lowdown-on-thyroid-slowdown
Kasumagic-Halilovic, E. (2014). Thyroid Disease and the Skin. Annals of Thyroid Research, 1(2), 23-26. Retrieved from http://austinpublishinggroup.com/thyroid-research/fulltext/thyroids-v1-id1008.php
Kopp S., Ferzli P., Hivnor C., & Heymann W.(2008). Cutaneous Manifestations of Hypothyroidism. In Thyroid Disorders with Cutaneous Manifestations (89-102). Retrieved from https://link-springer-com.libaccess.lib.mcmaster.ca/chapter/10.1007/978-1-84800-187-9_9
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