Hypothyroidism is most commonly caused by an immune process in which the body produces antibodies which attack the thyroid gland over years, this cause failure of thyroid glend to produce normal quantity of thyroid hormones. One of the most common type of this autoimmune condition is known as Hashimoto’s  Thyroiditis.

» CAUSE:-

Hypothyroidism is a common Thyroid gland disorder and is more prevalent in women.It refers to the decrease in the function of Thyroid gland and thus low level of Thyroid hormones in the body.

» Symptoms:-

Hypothyroidism  may cause a variety of symptoms which vary from mild to severe.  These include:-
• weakness and fatigue
• cold intolerance
• constipation
• weight gain inspite of poor appetite.
• Depression
• Slow speech & hoarseness voice
• Dry flaky skin
• Puffy face, hands and feet
• Scanty menstruation