Thyroid Dysfunction and Hormone Imbalance:
Comprehensive Care

Signs and Symptoms of Thyroid Dysfunction

Thyroid issues can develop slowly and are often mistaken for stress or normal aging. It's crucial to recognize the signs.

Symptoms of Hypothyroidism (Underactive Thyroid):

• Persistent Fatigue: A deep, unrelenting exhaustion that isn't relieved by sleep
• Unexplained Weight Gain: Difficulty losing weight despite a healthy diet and exercise
• Feeling Cold: Being constantly cold, especially in your hands and feet, when others are comfortable
• Brain Fog: Difficulty with memory, concentration, and mental clarity
• Hair Loss and Dry Skin: Noticing significant hair thinning, brittle nails, and dry, flaky skin
• Depression and Low Mood: Feeling persistently sad, apathetic, or unmotivated
• Constipation: A noticeable slowing of your digestive system
• Heavy or Irregular Periods: Changes in your menstrual cycle

Symptoms of Hyperthyroidism (Overactive Thyroid):

• Anxiety and Nervousness: Feeling constantly "on edge," anxious, or irritable
• Unexplained Weight Loss: Losing weight despite having a normal or increased appetite
• Heart Palpitations: A feeling of a rapid or pounding heartbeat
• Feeling Hot and Sweating: An intolerance to heat and excessive sweating
• Insomnia: Difficulty falling or staying asleep
• Muscle Weakness or Tremors: Feeling shaky or physically weak

How Thyroid Dysfunction Causes Hormonal Imbalance

Your thyroid is in constant communication with your other endocrine glands, including your ovaries and adrenal glands. When the thyroid is not functioning optimally, it creates a ripple effect.

• Impact on Sex Hormones: Thyroid hormones are essential for the healthy production of estrogen and progesterone. An underactive thyroid can lead to low progesterone, estrogen dominance, and irregular menstrual cycles, which can affect fertility and worsen PMS
• Connection to Adrenal Glands: The thyroid and adrenal glands work together in a delicate balance. Thyroid dysfunction often goes hand-in-hand with cortisol imbalances, leading to a state of being "tired and wired" and exacerbating fatigue
• Metabolic Slowdown: In hypothyroidism, the entire metabolic rate of the body slows down. This not only causes weight gain but also affects how your body utilizes and clears other hormones, leading to further imbalances

How EVEXIAS Health Solutions Helps Women with Thyroid Imbalance

At EVEXIAS Health Solutions, we take a root-cause, whole-body approach to thyroid and hormone health. Our goal is to understand what's truly going on, not just to normalize a single lab value.

Your comprehensive care with an EvexiPEL provider may include:

1. A Detailed Thyroid and Health Consultation: A thorough discussion of your symptoms, family history, lifestyle, and goals
2. Advanced Thyroid Testing: We go beyond a simple TSH test. Our providers order a full thyroid panel, including Free T3, Free T4, Reverse T3, and thyroid antibodies, to get a complete picture of your thyroid function
3. A Personalized Treatment Plan: Your plan is tailored to you and may include:

• Thyroid Hormone Optimization: Prescribing the right type and dose of thyroid medication (which may include T3) to restore optimal function
• Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): If thyroid dysfunction has impacted your sex hormones, the EvexiPEL pellet method can be used to restore estrogen and testosterone balance
• Targeted Nutraceuticals: Providing essential nutrients for thyroid health, such as selenium, iodine, and zinc
• Lifestyle and Nutrition Coaching: Guidance on how to support your thyroid through diet and stress management

We help you move from exhaustion and confusion to a place of clarity, energy, and vibrant health.