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Hypothyroidism is a condition in which the thyroid does not produce or release enough thyroid hormone into the bloodstream. Your metabolism will slow as a result of this. Hypothyroidism, also known as underactive thyroid, can cause fatigue, weight gain, and an inability to tolerate cold temperatures.
Hypothyroidism Facts and Figures
According to research, approximately one billion people have iodine deficiency globally, which is the primary cause of hypothyroidism. In Pakistan, hypothyroidism is more common in females above the age of 50. Some other statistics and information about hypothyroidism have been listed below:
| Prevalence of Hypothyroidism in Pakistan | up to 4.1% in adults and 5.4% in children |
| Common in | Children and Adults |
| At-Risk Gender | Females are 5 to 10 times more at risk than males |
| Average Age for Diagnosis | after 50 years |
| Problems related to Hypothyroidism | Goiter, Heart problems, Mental health issues, infertility |
| Specialists Who Treat Hypothyroidism | General physicians / Endocrinologists |
