Thyroid hormones are vital to the proper balance of the body, influencing virtually every organ system. An imbalance in these hormones can affect the following:

• Metabolism
• Body temperature
• Consumption of oxygen
• Production of heat
• Organ function

Thyroid disorders are among the most common medical conditions but, because their symptoms often appear gradually and can be subtle, they are commonly misdiagnosed.

One misdiagnosed thyroid disorder is hypothroidism. Found most often in women and the elderly, the symptoms include:

• Fatigue
• Low body temperature
• Depression and mood swings
• Weight gain
• Dry skin
• Headaches
• High cholesterol

Dr. Parmer uses thorough testing for hormone disorders and offers naturally derived thyroid hormone as a replacement therapy.

If you have symptoms of a thyroid disorder, call Primary Care - office of Dr. Parmer at 706.291.0584.