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Thyroid 
Underactive Thyroid or Hypothyroidism
Deficiency of the thyroid hormones is called Hypothyroidism. It can affect any age group though it is most prevalent in older women. It is almost 10 times more common in females as compared to males. It is one of those conditions which are often present for many years before they can be recognized and treated effectively.
Hypothyroidism can be of two types:
- Primary hypothyroidism: Here the problem lies in the thyroid gland and hence it fails to produce sufficient hormones due to certain causes.
- Secondary hypothyroidism: In this type, the pituitary gland is at fault and it is unable to produce sufficient quantity of TSH. Lack of TSH in turn causes decreased production of T3 and T4 by the thyroid gland due to lack of stimulus from the pituitary.
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Hormone |
Normal levels |
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T3 (Triiodothyronine) |
80-180 ng/dl |
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T4 (Thyroxine) |
4.6-12 ug/dl |
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TSH (Thyroid Stimulating Hormone) |
0.5-6 uU/ml |
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