How Can I Tell If I Have a Thyroid Disorder?

Generally, you can determine whether you have thyroid disease through personal feelings, neck symptoms, and clinical examinations. Here are the methods:

1. Personal Feelings: Observe whether there are changes in personality, such as irritability. Also, monitor for increased appetite and weight loss, and check for changes in heart rate, such as palpitations, which may be signs of thyroid dysfunction.

2. Neck Symptoms: Observe whether there are asymmetrical hard lumps or swelling on the neck, not caused by hyperthyroidism, goiter, or thyroid cancer.

3. Clinical Examinations: After experiencing the above symptoms, further consultation with a doctor is recommended. Physical examinations, such as palpation, are needed to check the size and shape of the thyroid. Blood tests are also required to understand hormone levels like T3, T4, and TSH to determine the functional status of the thyroid. Ultrasound examinations may be necessary to clarify the internal structure of the thyroid and detect the presence of nodules, tumors, and other issues.

Precautions: These are preliminary judgment methods and cannot replace a professional doctor's diagnosis. It is recommended to consult a specialist for diagnosis and treatment as soon as possible. In daily life, relax, avoid anxiety, maintain a happy mood, and avoid placing too much psychological burden on yourself. At the same time, exercise more to enhance your physical fitness and disease resistance.