Recently, after putting it off for about a year, I stopped into my doctor's office for a full physical. I hadn't had a real full physical since high school cheerleading, just my annual PAP Test.
I figured with my 30th birthday looming and my plans to start a family in the near future, it was probably a good idea to make sure everything was working properly.
well, I am glad I went because I found out that I have a low thyroid function, known as hypothyroidism. symptoms of hypothyroidism include:
Increased sensitivity to cold
Constipation
Pale, dry skin
A puffy face
Hoarse voice
An elevated blood cholesterol level
Unexplained weight gain
Muscle aches, tenderness and stiffness
Pain, stiffness or swelling in your joints
Muscle weakness
Heavier than normal menstrual periods
Depression
I had been dealing with a few of these symptoms for about a year now and wondering what gives. I am so glad that I got that physical. Now with a combination of medication and things I have learned in The Thyroid Solution by Dr. Ridha Arem, I am now on my way to improving my condition.
Too often we as women, with all the roles we play; as wives, girlfriends, mothers, and all around superwomen; forget to take the time out to take care of ourselves. But if we don't take care of ourselves, who will?
The next time your planning your week, your month, or your year, take some time to put "ME" on your schedule and get a physical...you might learn something that could save your health and possibly your life.
Ciao!
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