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Stress and the thyroid
In today's society, words such as stress and anxiety are widely used among people in the society.... Many people face stressful situations during their daily lives.... Sometimes the level of stress is beyond the control of a person.... In addition to mental health, stress can have serious and threatening risks for the internal organs of the body, including the thyroid gland.... Know that stress and thyroid affect hypothyroidism and the relationship between them in five ways.... Hyperactivity Thyroid and with more stress, you can control and manage your anxiety, which we will discuss further.. Stress can have a significant effect on the functioning of the thyroid gland, because this gland is strongly influenced by the hormonal system and the hypothalamus-pituitary-thyroid (HPT) axis.
Chronic stress can disrupt the function of the hypothalamus and pituitary gland and thus reduce the production of thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH). This reduces the production of T3 and T4 hormones and may lead to hypothyroidism. T3 has no function and can lead to symptoms of hypothyroidism such as fatigue, weight gain and decreased metabolism. Stress can stimulate the immune system and thus increase the risk of diseases. Increase autoimmunity such as Hashimoto's (autoimmune hypothyroidism) and Graves' (autoimmune hyperthyroidism) (stress increases thyroid hormone levels*)... High cortisol can:
- Reducing the absorption of thyroid hormones.... - Interrupting the response of cells to thyroid hormones.... - Increasing inflammation and destruction of thyroid cells.... ### 5.... **Exacerbation of symptoms of thyroid diseases**
Stress can aggravate the symptoms of hypothyroidism or hyperthyroidism. For example:
- In **hypothyroidism**: stress can worsen fatigue, weight gain and memory problems... - In **hyperthyroidism**: stress can aggravate anxiety, palpitations and insomnia.... ###
**Does stress cause thyroid?**
The main function of the adrenal glands, which are located in the upper part of the kidneys, is to produce and secrete hormones called cortisol, epinephrine, and norepinephrine to control stress. In addition, the hormones of the adrenal glands have another important role. These hormones have a direct and two-way relationship with the proper functioning of the thyroid gland. lead to blood sugar fluctuations, digestive system dysfunction, chronic infections, immune system disorders and inflammation.. So stress significantly disrupts the body's natural balance.. Adrenal hormones have a different effect on each person's body organs... However, the most common symptoms are:
- Fatigue
- Headache
- Sleep and wakefulness disorder
- Mood swings
- Desire to consume sweets and caffeine
- Irritability
- Nervous eating
- Vertigo when moving or standing
- Stomach ulcer
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**Does stress cause hypothyroidism?**
In order to maintain the proper functioning of the thyroid gland, there must be a balance and mutual interaction between thyroid hormones and adrenal hormones... Among the most important interactions between hypothyroidism and stress, the following can be mentioned:
#### **Reduction of TSH hormone production**
Severe and long-term stress can cause dysfunction of the hypothalamus and pituitary gland, which leads to a decrease in the production of **thyroid-stimulating hormone (TSH)**. This decrease leads to a lack of thyroid hormones (T3 and T4) in the body... #### **increase in cortisol hormone**
Cortisol is a stress response hormone produced by the adrenal glands.. Elevated levels of cortisol in the body can suppress pituitary gland function and interfere with the proper production of thyroid stimulating hormone (TSH).. Ultimately leading to hypothyroidism.. Stress can affect memory and other cognitive functions that may impair brain function.. Experience more intense.... #### *Decreasing the conversion of T4 to T3 (T3 is the active thyroid hormone)**
One of the effects of stress on the thyroid gland is to reduce the body's metabolism and metabolism. Considering this, we can understand the relationship between stress and weight gain.
When thyroid function is impaired due to stress, the level of thyroid hormones such as triiodothyronine (T3) and thyroxine (T4) decreases...
An increase in adrenaline hormones without harming the thyroid gland causes symptoms of hypothyroidism... The most important indirect effect of adrenaline hormones on thyroid function is its effect on blood sugar levels. An abnormal increase or decrease in cortisol due to stressful factors can cause an increase or decrease in blood sugar levels. In some ways, an imbalance of blood sugar causes symptoms of hypothyroidism... #### Increased risk of autoimmune diseases
Studies show that stress is one of the environmental factors for the occurrence of autoimmune diseases, including thyroid disorders. When stressed, a person becomes more vulnerable to diseases such as Hashimoto's thyroiditis. Stress can also aggravate thyroid disorders. set correctly.. is it possible?**
